NHTSA Recall 11V505000: Service brakes, hydraulic
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 700 vehicles. It affects 2005–2009 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V505000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-615 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Report received | October 18, 2011 |
| Owner notification | December 27, 2011 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2009 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured from march 9, 2004, through january 2, 2008, equipped with caterpillar c7 engines, hydraulic brakes, and a fuel water separator. The fuel line going from the fuel water separator to the engine may rub on the hydraulic brake lines potentially resulting in brake fluid leak.
Safety risk
A brake fluid leak may reduce braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to ensure that there is the correct clearance between the fuel and brake lines. Damaged lines will be replaced. Repairs will be made by dtna authorized service facilities free of charge. The safety recall began on december 27, 2011. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-615.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 11V505000
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.