Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 17, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2005–2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2

Recall number

17V453000

Brand / firm

Thomas Built Buses

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,462 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2005-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. In the event of a crash, the wheelchair pocket track anchorage may not adequately secure a the wheelchair.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will add additional fasteners to the wheelchair pocket track to reinforce the anchorage, free of charge. An interim notice was sent to owners on September 13, 2017. The recall began on December 20, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-743.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.