Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2

This model has recorded recalls in US but none on file for CA, AU — that may mean it wasn't sold there, or simply hasn't had a recall.

United States

  • EQUIPMENTUS

    In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEMUS

    AN ELECTRIC FAULT OR SHORT CIRCUIT OF AN UN-FUSED POWER CABLE MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICUS

    A BRAKE FLUID LEAK MAY REDUCE BRAKING PERFORMANCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCHUS

    THE STOP LAMPS MAY NOT PROPERLY INDICATE THAT THE SERVICE BRAKES ARE APPLIED WHICH MAY LEAD TO A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:DOORUS

    If the stem corrodes, the door handle could detach from the emergency door opening mechanism, delaying the opening of the door and the evacuation of the bus. In the event of an emergency, this may increase the risk of injury to the bus occupants.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:DOORUS

    If the stem corrodes, the door handle could detach from the emergency door opening mechanism, delaying the opening of the door and the evacuation of the bus. In the event of an emergency, this may increase the risk of injury to the bus occupants.

  • EQUIPMENTUS

    In the event of a crash, an unsecured wheelchair may increase the risk of injury.

  • EQUIPMENTUS

    In the event of a crash, an unsecured wheelchair may increase the risk of injury.

  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS

    INCORRECT TIRE INFORMATION MAY LEAD TO VEHICLE OVERLOADING THAT CAN RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE WHICH MAY LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.

  • EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONERUS

    IF SUFFICIENT ARCING OCCURS, THE FUSE HOLDER MAY MELT, AND A VEHICLE FIRE MAY OCCUR.

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITYUS

    If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGUS

    A SHORT CIRCUITED GRID HEATER COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITYUS

    A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT MAY DEFEAT OR RIDE OVER THE INSUFFICIENTLY LATCHED ROLL STOP. IF THIS OCCURS WHEN THE LIFT PLATFORM IS IN AN ELEVATED POSITION, THE WHEELCHAIRÂ’S OCCUPANT COULD FALL AND SUSTAIN INJURY.

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITYUS

    A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT MAY DEFEAT OR RIDE OVER THE INSUFFICIENTLY LATCHED ROLL STOP. IF THIS OCCURS WHEN THE LIFT PLATFORM IS IN AN ELEVATED POSITION, THE WHEELCHAIRÂ’S OCCUPANT COULD FALL AND SUSTAIN INJURY.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGUS

    UNEXPECTED SHUTDOWN OF A VEHICLE MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. OVERHEATING OF THE AFTERTREATMENT DEVICE WITHOUT ENGINE SHUTDOWN MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGUS

    UNEXPECTED SHUTDOWN OF A VEHICLE MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. OVERHEATING OF THE AFTERTREATMENT DEVICE WITHOUT ENGINE SHUTDOWN MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:DOORUS

    MALFUNCTIONING WARNING LIGHTS DURING THE LOADING AND UNLOADING PROCESS COULD PUT THE STUDENTS AT RISK OF INJURY.

  • STEERING:COLUMNUS

    MISLOCATED WELDS MAY RESULT IN TORSIONAL AND AXIAL STRENGTH FALLING BELOW ACCEPTABLE LEVELS. THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE STEERING COLUMN, LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

  • SEATSUS

    THE SEAT COULD DROP UNEXPECTEDLY WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING AND COULD CAUSE MOMENTARY LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARSUS

    IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, EGRESS OF THE BUS MAY BE HINDERED POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY TO THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISCUS

    The dragging brakes may lead to high temperatures at the wheel end, increasing the risk of smoke and fire, possibly resulting in the bus having to be evacuated, which can increase the risk of injury.

  • SEATSUS

    IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH OR SUDDEN MANEUVER, THE SEAT CUSHION MAY UNLATCH EXPOSING THE SEAT FRAME TO THE VEHICLE'S OCCUPANTS POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY.

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONUS

    IF THE PARK FEATURE DOES NOT ENGAGE, THE VEHICLE CAN MOVE WITHOUT WARNING, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY OR A CRASH.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGUS

    A SHORT CIRCUITED GRID HEATER COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESELUS

    If this occurs, the fan belt may lose engagement of the water pump, allowing the cooling system to overheat. This may result in exceeding temperature limits, potentially disabling the school bus. If the school bus is occupied when it becomes disabled, the occupants would need to exit the vehicle and be transferred to another vehicle, putting them at risk of injury.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGUS

    IF THE INLET OR OUTLET SECTIONS DISCONNECT, HOT EXHAUST GASES CAN VENT PRIOR TO EXITING THE TAILPIPE, CREATING THE RISK OF COMBUSTION AND A FIRE. IF BOTH CLAMPS FAIL, THERE IS A RISK IN SOME APPLICATIONS THAT THE DOC/DPF HOUSING MAY DETACH COMPLETELY, CREATING A ROAD HAZARD.

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNALUS

    FAILURE OF THE SIDE MARKER/DIRECTIONAL LIGHTS TO ILLUMINATE WILL RESULT IN DECREASED VISIBILITY OF THE BUS AND/OR ITS INTENDED DIRECTION OF TRAVEL TO OTHER DRIVERS WHICH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGUS

    AN ELECTRICAL FAULT OR SHORT CIRCUIT MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESELUS

    If this occurs, the fan belt may lose engagement of the water pump, allowing the cooling system to overheat. This may result in exceeding temperature limits, potentially disabling the school bus. If the school bus is occupied when it becomes disabled, the occupants would need to exit the vehicle and be transferred to another vehicle, putting them at risk of injury.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARSUS

    IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, EGRESS OF THE BUS MAY BE HINDERED POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY TO THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONUS

    The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS

    A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

  • SUSPENSION:FRONTUS

    If the spindle fails, the wheel may separate from the knuckle, resulting in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • SUSPENSION:FRONTUS

    IF THE SPINDLE FAILS, THE WHEEL MAY SEPARATE FROM THE KNUCKLE, RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

  • SEAT BELTSUS

    If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:DOORUS

    If the stem corrodes, the door handle could detach from the emergency door opening mechanism, delaying the opening of the door and the evacuation of the bus. In the event of an emergency, this may increase the risk of injury to the bus occupants.

  • SEATSUS

    In the event of a crash, any improperly seated seat track rivets may prevent the seat belt anchorages from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.

  • FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERYUS

    Either condition may result in a propane leak which may cause a stall. Additionally, leaking propane in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  • SEATSUS

    In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.

  • SEATSUS

    Without the reinforcement bracket, the seat may not be adequately secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

  • SEATSUS

    In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.

  • SEATSUS

    In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.

  • SEATSUS

    In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.

  • SEATSUS

    Without the reinforcement bracket, the seat may not remain adequately secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

  • FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS

    A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

  • SEATSUS

    The lack of impact absorption increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITYUS

    If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITYUS

    If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITYUS

    If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULEUS

    An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.

  • STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXITUS

    In the event of a crash, the affected windows may not be able to retain the bus occupants, increasing their risk of injury.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS

    An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.

  • POWER TRAINUS

    If the transmission grade brake stays engaged, unknowingly to the operator, in low-traction conditions, it can increase the risk of a crash.

  • OTHER:SCHOOL BUS STOP ARM ASSEMBLYUS

    Without a reflective decal, the stop arms would have reduced visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANELUS

    If "PARK" illuminates instead of the word "BRAKE," the driver will be unaware of a braking issue or malfunction, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • SEATSUS

    In the event of a severe rear-end collision, the seats may tilt rearward and result in injuries to the passenger's knees and/or impede the exiting of the bus.

  • SEAT BELTSUS

    In the event of a crash, if the buckle mount rod fractures, the seat occupant may not be restrained, increasing their risk of injury.

  • SERVICE BRAKESUS

    This condition can result in the vehicle moving unintentionally or rolling away, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

  • FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLING/CHARGINGUS

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.

  • SEATSUS

    In the event of a crash, if the seat detaches from the floor, it can increase the risk of injury.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPERUS

    If the brake caliper mounting bolts come loose, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARSUS

    Improperly applied adhesive may affect the roof header joint strength, which, in the event of a rollover crash, can increase the risk of injury.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARSUS

    Improperly applied adhesive may affect the roof header joint strength, which, in the event of a rollover crash, can increase the risk of injury.

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTERUS

    The loose bolts may lead a disabled school bus and result in a school bus evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of an injury.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLESUS

    The damaged battery cable may electrically arc, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLESUS

    The battery cable rubbing may cause the cable to short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPERUS

    Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARMUS

    Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod arm, affecting vehicle steering, and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISCUS

    Loose brake caliper mounting bolts may reduce the brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.

  • STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONSUS

    If the hose separates from the steering gear, there may be a loss of steering assist which could result in a potentially disabled school bus. If the school bus is occupied when the steering assist is lost, the occupants would need to exit the vehicle and be transferred to another vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

  • STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXITUS

    If the roof hatch external handle breaks, in the event of an emergency, the hatch cannot be easily opened from outside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERSUS

    An engine shutdown without the ability to restart increases the risk of a crash.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERSUS

    An engine shutdown without the ability to restart increases the risk of a crash.

  • STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXITUS

    If the roof hatch external handle breaks, in the event of an emergency, the hatch cannot be easily opened from outside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULEUS

    The operator may not be aware of the absence of ABS function. Unknowingly operating the vehicle without ABS function may increase risk of a crash.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPERUS

    Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWAREUS

    If safety-related functions such as vehicle braking, stability, speed, and collision avoidance do not function properly, it can increase the risk of a crash.

  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS

    Emergency exit labels that are difficult to read can prevent or delay the use of the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.

  • STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT:LATCHING/RELEASE SYSTEMUS

    An emergency exit door opening unexpectedly can increase the risk of an injury.

  • STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT:LATCHING/RELEASE SYSTEMUS

    An emergency exit door opening unexpectedly can increase the risk of an injury.

  • OTHER:SCHOOL BUS STOP ARM ASSEMBLYUS

    If the exterior warning lights and stop sign indicator stop working, other drivers may inadvertently proceed driving before the school bus loading/unloading of students is complete, increasing the risk of an injury.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FANUS

    The loose bolts can cause the fan to damage surrounding components and/or detach from the engine, disabling the bus and resulting in an evacuation in an uncontrolled traffic situation, thereby increasing the risk of an injury.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)US

    Unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.

  • PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWAREUS

    An unexpected disengagement of the parking brake without continual application of the service brake may allow the vehicle to roll freely, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

  • TIRES:VALVEUS

    A damaged tire valve stem may cause a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash. A disabled bus may require passengers to transfer to a different bus on the side of the road, increasing the risk of injury.

  • SERVICE BRAKESUS

    A brake pedal that rotates out of position increases the risk of a crash.

  • STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLYUS

    Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL:SWITCHUS

    Unintended movement of the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

  • STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS

    A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEMUS

    A loss of drive power, power steering, or vehicle lighting can increase the risk of a crash.

  • STRUCTURE:BODYUS

    A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPERUS

    A dangling tie bar could come in contact with the rotating wheel-end components or damage may occur from the brake parts flexing. Either scenario may increase the risk of a crash.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPERUS

    A dangling tie bar could come in contact with the rotating wheel-end components or damage may occur from the brake parts flexing. Either scenario may increase the risk of a crash.

  • EQUIPMENT:ACCESSORY:FLOOR MATUS

    A trapped gas pedal will not allow the vehicle to decelerate as expected when the driver lifts their foot from the gas pedal, resulting in unintended acceleration and an increased risk of a crash.

  • STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXITUS

    An insufficient number of emergency exits can delay passengers from exiting the vehicle during an emergency, increasing their risk of injury.

  • STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLYUS

    A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)US

    Unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)US

    Unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERYUS

    An unexpected shut down can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLYUS

    A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXITUS

    An inaudible alarm that fails to warn the driver of an open emergency exit can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

  • STRUCTURE:BODYUS

    A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEMUS

    An overheated electrical connection increases the risk of a fire.

  • STRUCTURE:BODYUS

    A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLYUS

    Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.

  • PARKING BRAKEUS

    Park brake failure or unexpected park brake engagement while driving increases the risk of a crash.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGUS

    An overheated ground cable can increase the risk of a fire.

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTSUS

    Warning lights and a stop sign arm that fail to activate will not warn other drivers the school bus is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  • FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLYUS

    During a crash, an incompatible fuel tank cage and fuel system may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLYUS

    During a crash, an incompatible fuel tank cage and fuel system may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • WHEELS:HUBUS

    A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.

  • WHEELS:HUBUS

    A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGUS

    An overheated ground cable can increase the risk of a fire.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS

    A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged wheel or tire can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS

    A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.

  • STRUCTURE:BODYUS

    A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS

    A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:US

    An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:US

    An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTSUS

    Insufficient low beam headlight illumination can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • ENGINEUS

    Contact with hot coolant may burn occupants, increasing the risk of injury.

  • ENGINEUS

    Contact with hot coolant may burn occupants, increasing the risk of injury.

Canada

No recorded recalls for this model in Canada.

Australia

No recorded recalls for this model in Australia.