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
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENTUS
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEMUS
AN ELECTRIC FAULT OR SHORT CIRCUIT OF AN UN-FUSED POWER CABLE MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICUS
A BRAKE FLUID LEAK MAY REDUCE BRAKING PERFORMANCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEXTERIOR 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENTUS
In the event of a crash, an unsecured wheelchair may increase the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENTUS
In the event of a crash, an unsecured wheelchair may increase the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS
INCORRECT TIRE INFORMATION MAY LEAD TO VEHICLE OVERLOADING THAT CAN RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE WHICH MAY LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONERUS
IF SUFFICIENT ARCING OCCURS, THE FUSE HOLDER MAY MELT, AND A VEHICLE FIRE MAY OCCUR.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENT 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGUS
A SHORT CIRCUITED GRID HEATER COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENT 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENT 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE:BODY:DOORUS
MALFUNCTIONING WARNING LIGHTS DURING THE LOADING AND UNLOADING PROCESS COULD PUT THE STUDENTS AT RISK OF INJURY.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTEERING: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSEATSUS
THE SEAT COULD DROP UNEXPECTEDLY WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING AND COULD CAUSE MOMENTARY LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSERVICE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSEATSUS
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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONUS
IF THE PARK FEATURE DOES NOT ENGAGE, THE VEHICLE CAN MOVE WITHOUT WARNING, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY OR A CRASH.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGUS
A SHORT CIRCUITED GRID HEATER COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE AND INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEXTERIOR 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGUS
AN ELECTRICAL FAULT OR SHORT CIRCUIT MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONUS
The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownFUEL 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSUSPENSION:FRONTUS
If the spindle fails, the wheel may separate from the knuckle, resulting in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSUSPENSION:FRONTUS
IF THE SPINDLE FAILS, THE WHEEL MAY SEPARATE FROM THE KNUCKLE, RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSEAT 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSEATSUS
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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownFUEL 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSEATSUS
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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSEATSUS
Without the reinforcement bracket, the seat may not be adequately secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSEATSUS
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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSEATSUS
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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSEATSUS
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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSEATSUS
Without the reinforcement bracket, the seat may not remain adequately secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownFUEL 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSEATSUS
The lack of impact absorption increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENT 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENT 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENT 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULEUS
An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS
An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownPOWER TRAINUS
If the transmission grade brake stays engaged, unknowingly to the operator, in low-traction conditions, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownOTHER: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownELECTRICAL 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSEATSUS
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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSEAT 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSERVICE BRAKESUS
This condition can result in the vehicle moving unintentionally or rolling away, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownFUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLING/CHARGINGUS
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSEATSUS
In the event of a crash, if the seat detaches from the floor, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSERVICE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownPOWER 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLESUS
The damaged battery cable may electrically arc, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLESUS
The battery cable rubbing may cause the cable to short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPERUS
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSUSPENSION: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISCUS
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts may reduce the brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTEERING: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERSUS
An engine shutdown without the ability to restart increases the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERSUS
An engine shutdown without the ability to restart increases the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSERVICE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPERUS
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENT: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT:LATCHING/RELEASE SYSTEMUS
An emergency exit door opening unexpectedly can increase the risk of an injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT:LATCHING/RELEASE SYSTEMUS
An emergency exit door opening unexpectedly can increase the risk of an injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownOTHER: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownPARKING 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownTIRES: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSERVICE BRAKESUS
A brake pedal that rotates out of position increases the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLYUS
Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownPARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL:SWITCHUS
Unintended movement of the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEMUS
A loss of drive power, power steering, or vehicle lighting can increase the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE:BODYUS
A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSERVICE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSERVICE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENT: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLYUS
A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)US
Unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERYUS
An unexpected shut down can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLYUS
A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE: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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE:BODYUS
A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEMUS
An overheated electrical connection increases the risk of a fire.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE:BODYUS
A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLYUS
Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownPARKING BRAKEUS
Park brake failure or unexpected park brake engagement while driving increases the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGUS
An overheated ground cable can increase the risk of a fire.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEXTERIOR 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownFUEL 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownFUEL 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownWHEELS:HUBUS
A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownWHEELS:HUBUS
A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGUS
An overheated ground cable can increase the risk of a fire.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSERVICE 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.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS
A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTRUCTURE:BODYUS
A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownSTEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS
A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:US
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:US
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownEXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTSUS
Insufficient low beam headlight illumination can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINEUS
Contact with hot coolant may burn occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2date unknownENGINEUS
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.