NHTSA Recall 07V212000: Exterior lighting
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,970 vehicles. It affects 2005–2008 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V212000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-496 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | May 18, 2007 |
| Owner notification | January 21, 2008 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Certain 2005 through 2008 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured from december 1, 2003 to may 18, 2007. The external warning lights may stop functioning unexpectedly if the front entrance door closes without the driver's input.
Safety risk
Failure of the external warning lights to remain on during the loading or unloading process could possibly result in a student being struck by a passing motorist while boarding or exiting the bus.
Remedy
Freightliner will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on january 21, 2008. Owners may contact thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-496.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V212000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.