NHTSA Recall 16V657000: Filling/charging (fuel system) and fuel system, other
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 114 vehicles. It affects 2017 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V657000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-720 |
| Components | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY › FILLING/CHARGING; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER |
| Report received | September 13, 2016 |
| Owner notification | November 2, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses manufactured April 30, 2016, to July 29, 2016 and equipped with a compressed natural gas (CNG) engine. During a fast fuel fill, an internal seal on a filling valve may dislodge allowing fuel to leak after the tank has been filled.
Safety risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
DTNA has notified all affected owners and all of the vehicles have been remedied, therefore owner notification notices will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-720.
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 16V657000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2017 |
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.