Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2019–2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2, Saf-t-liner Hdx, Minotour

Recall date

July 24, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

19V549000

Brand / firm

Thomas Built Buses

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 11 units

Why it was recalled

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.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020 Thomas Built Minotour, 2019-2020 Saf-T Liner C2, and 2019 Saf-T Liner HDX buses equipped with Safe Fleet Roof Escape hatches. Due to a manufacturing issue, the roof hatch external handle may unexpectedly break under reasonable use.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install a new handle, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on September 11, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-819.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.