Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2020–2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2

Recall date

February 26, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

20V113000

Brand / firm

Thomas Built Buses

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 6,010 units

Why it was recalled

If the exterior warning lights and stop sign indicator stop working, other drivers may inadvertently proceed driving before the school bus loading/unloading of students is complete, increasing the risk of an injury.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses configured with a specific Switch Hub Module (part numbers 204803 and 216434) combined with a 500k Bulk Head Module and a certain 3-position momentary switch warning light package. The Switch Hub Module (SHM) that controls the exterior warning lights and stop sign may fail, resulting in deactivation of the red warning lights, stop sign and system indicator.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the SHM, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-844.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.