Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2019–2020 Thomas Built Buses — 4 models

Recall date

July 25, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

19V550000

Brand / firm

Thomas Built Buses

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3,080 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 2019-2020 Thomas Built Minotour, Saf-T Liner C2, Saf-T Liner EFX, and Saf-T Liner HDX school buses equipped with Safe Fleet Prolo 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. Owners were issued an interim notification on September 13, 2019. The recall began November 15, 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.