NHTSA Recall 10V468000: Engine and engine cooling
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,687 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V468000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 10C-6 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | October 8, 2010 |
| Owner notification | December 30, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 saf-t-liner c2 and saf-t-liner hdx school buses manufactured from october 5, 2006 through may 24, 2010, equipped with EPA 2007 mbe 900 detroit diesel engines. Engine software may not react properly to certain aftermarket treatment device fault codes. The software may unnecessarily shutdown a vehicle or may fail to shutdown a vehicle with an aftermarket device over-temp fault.
Safety risk
Unexpected shutdown of a vehicle may increase the risk of a crash. Overheating of the aftertreatment device without engine shutdown may result in a fire.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners and repairs will be performed by detroit diesel free of charge. The safety recall began on december 30, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Daimler trucks' recall campaign number is 10c-6.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V468000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
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.