THOMAS SAF-T-LINER C2 2017: SERVICE BRAKES
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V712000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| THOMAS | SAF-T-LINER C2 | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-11-01 | 2016-10-05 | 2016-10-05 |
Production Dates: 2015-11-25 - 2016-04-27
Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-726
Component: SERVICE BRAKES
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 162
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
This condition can result in the vehicle moving unintentionally or rolling away, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
