NHTSA Recall 17V217000: Power train
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1 vehicles. It affects 2016 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V217000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-734 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Report received | March 29, 2017 |
| Owner notification | May 26, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling one model year 2016 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school bus equipped with an 8.0L propane engine and an Allison transmission. The transmission grade brake on this bus may not deactivate when the disable switch is depressed, which can cause a loss of traction in certain icy, or other slippery conditions, due to aggressive downshifting.
Safety risk
If the transmission grade brake stays engaged, unknowingly to the operator, in low-traction conditions, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify the owner, and a dealer will update the bus' programming, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-734.
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 17V217000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2016 |
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.