NHTSA Recall 13V539000: Seats
Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 73 vehicles. It affects 2014 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V539000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-651 |
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | October 30, 2013 |
| Owner notification | December 20, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014 Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses manufactured July 9, 2013, through September 12, 2013. The rivets used to attach the seat track to the floor may not have been properly seated when installed.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, any improperly seated seat track rivets may prevent the seat belt anchorages from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners and dealers will reinforce the seat track mounting as required, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2013. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-503-745-5219. DTNA's recall number is FL-651.
Notes
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V539000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2014 |
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.