THOMAS SAF-T-LINER C2 2017: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V190000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| THOMAS | SAF-T-LINER C2 | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-07-03 | 2018-03-26 | 2018-03-26 |
Production Dates: 2013-04-03 - 2017-11-28
Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-765
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 957
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Daimler Trucks North America LLC "DTNA" is recalling certain 2014-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses equipped with propane engines. The propane fuel line may contact the j-hook body support bracket that could cause chafing resulting in a propane leak.
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the propane line clearance and reroute the line if needed. Any damaged lines will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. DTNA issued an interim notification to owners on May 9, 2018. The recall began on July 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-765.
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.
