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

Recall date

October 5, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2017 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2

Recall number

16V712000

Brand / firm

Thomas Built Buses

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 162 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school bus chassis manufactured November 25, 2015, through April 27, 2016. The brake transmission shift interlock feature may be inoperable making it possible to shift into a drive gear without first pressing the brake pedal.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-726.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.