NHTSA Recall 18V702000: Caliper (service brakes)
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,532 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V702000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-794 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › DISC › CALIPER |
| Report received | October 5, 2018 |
| Owner notification | December 3, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built school buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner HDX and Saf-T-Liner EFX school buses. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Safety risk
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-794.
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 18V702000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2018, 2019 |
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx | 2018, 2019 |
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx | 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.