Recall 18V190000
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER C2 |
| 2015 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER C2 |
| 2016 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER C2 |
| 2017 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER C2 |
| 2018 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER C2 |
| 2019 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER C2 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.