Recall 23V670000: 2019–2024 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 3, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- 173
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 transit buses. The fasteners for the emergency exit door may loosen and detach, which can allow the emergency exit door to open unexpectedly.
The risk
An emergency exit door opening unexpectedly can increase the risk of an injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners for the emergency exit door, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL982.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
- 2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
- 2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
- 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
- 2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
- 2024 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V670000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL982
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- Dec 1, 2023
- Components
- Structure:emergency:escape/egress/exit:latching/release system (Body & Structure)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology