NHTSA Recall 19V444000: Disc (service brakes)
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11,546 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V444000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-818 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › DISC |
| Report received | June 11, 2019 |
| Owner notification | August 9, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2010-2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, 2016-2019 HDX, and 2017-2019 EFX school buses equipped with Bendix Air Disc Brakes. The driver side rear brakes may drag.
Safety risk
The dragging brakes may lead to high temperatures at the wheel end, increasing the risk of smoke and fire, possibly resulting in the bus having to be evacuated, which can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install a new caliper with an updated clearance adjustment mechanism, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-818.
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 19V444000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx | 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.