Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDX
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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS
The sensor malfunction could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS
If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS
The sensor malfunction could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate unknownSTRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXITUS
Small lettering may be difficult for occupants to read, delaying the reaction time to open the exit, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS
If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONUS
If the heater hose fails, hot coolant may leak inside the bus body increasing risk of injury to the passengers.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONUS
If the heater hose fails, hot coolant may leak inside the bus body increasing risk of injury to the passengers.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownSEATS:BARRIERSUS
Occupants may collide with the front seat barriers with more force than intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownSTRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARSUS
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownSEATSUS
In the event of a crash, the seats may not stay mounted to the chassis, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownEQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS
Insufficient fuel delivery may cause the engine to stumble, run erratically, or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownEQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS
Insufficient fuel delivery may cause the engine to stumble, run erratically, or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate unknownSEAT BELTSUS
A seat lap belt anchored to the seat instead of the bus structure may not properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownSEAT BELTSUS
A seat lap belt anchored to the seat instead of the bus structure may not properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEMUS
If the rubber elbow fails, hot coolant may leak inside the bus body increasing risk of injury to the passengers.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESELUS
If the rubber elbow fails, hot coolant may leak inside the bus body increasing risk of injury to the passengers.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate unknownSEATSUS
Without under-rail washers, in the event of a crash, the seats may come loose, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate unknownSEATSUS
The lack of impact absorption increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownSEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLYUS
Cracked passenger seat frames may not adequately secure passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownFUEL SYSTEM, DIESELUS
If the engine stalls unexpectedly there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate unknownSTEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONSUS
A worn power steering hose increases the risk of a fire.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownSTEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONSUS
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase the risk of a fire.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownSTEERING:LINKAGESUS
The loose pinch bolt may result in a loss of steering and vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownSTEERING:LINKAGESUS
The loose pinch bolt may result in a loss of steering and vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate unknownPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTERUS
The loose bolts can become lodged in the starter, disabling the bus, resulting in an evacuation in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of an injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownFUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAILUS
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownSEATSUS
In the event of a crash, the seats may not adequately protect the occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate 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 HDXdate unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLESUS
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLESUS
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownSERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISCUS
In certain driving situations, a missing electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATORUS
A loose power cable connection may cause electrical arcing, which can increase the risk of a fire.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownSTRUCTURE:BODYUS
A school bus panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPERUS
The loose bolt could result in the other caliper bolts to loosen. Insufficiently tightened bolts may not provide adequate clamping force between the brake caliper and brake anchor plate, resulting in reduced brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownEQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS
The operator may overload the vehicle while referencing the incorrect label, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate 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 HDXdate unknownSTEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FANUS
A disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate 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 HDXdate unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGSUS
Contact with hot heating coolant may burn occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGSUS
Contact with hot heating coolant may burn occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownSTEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS
A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDXdate unknownEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:US
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Canada
No recorded recalls for this model in Canada.
Australia
No recorded recalls for this model in Australia.