NHTSA Recall 17V665000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 916 vehicles. It affects 2012–2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V665000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-752 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | October 19, 2017 |
| Owner notification | August 24, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Thomas Built Bus Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The affected vehicles are propane-powered and have propane fuel lines that may contact the transmission yoke, possibly causing a propane leak.
Safety risk
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the propane line routing, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on December 14, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-752.
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 17V665000
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.