NHTSA Recall 18V877000: Roof and pillars (structure)
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,031 vehicles. It affects 2017–2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V877000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-801 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › ROOF AND PILLARS |
| Report received | December 10, 2018 |
| Owner notification | March 25, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The roof adhesive that supports the roof header may not have been properly applied.
Safety risk
Improperly applied adhesive may affect the roof header joint strength, which, in the event of a rollover crash, can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the placement of the roof header adhesive, and install mechanical fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on February 1, 2019. The recall began March 25, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-801.
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 18V877000
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.