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NHTSA Recall 18V190000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 957 vehicles. It affects 2014–2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.

957
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (July 3)
NHTSA campaign18V190000
Manufacturer campaignFL-765
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, OTHER › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Report receivedMarch 26, 2018
Owner notificationJuly 3, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses equipped with propane engines. The propane fuel line may contact the j-hook body support bracket that could cause chafing resulting in 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 clearance and reroute the line if needed. Any damaged lines will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. DTNA issued an interim notification to owners on May 9, 2018. The recall began on July 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-765.

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 18V190000

Make and modelModel years
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C22014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019

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.