Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

October 19, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2012–2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2

Recall number

17V665000

Brand / firm

Thomas Built Buses

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 916 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Thomas Built Bus Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The affected vehicles are propane-powered and have propane fuel lines that may contact the transmission yoke, possibly causing a propane leak.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the propane line routing, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on December 14, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-752.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.