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NHTSA Recall 22V553000: Engine control module (ecu/ecm) (engine and engine cooling)

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 71 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.

71
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2022
owners notified (September 27)
NHTSA campaign22V553000
Manufacturer campaignFL-949
ComponentENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Report receivedJuly 29, 2022
Owner notificationSeptember 27, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX and Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The engine control module (ECM) may experience an internal short-circuit, which can result in an unexpected engine shut down.

Safety risk

Unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.

Remedy

Cummins will replace the ECM, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 26, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-949.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 22V553000

Make and modelModel years
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C22023
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx2023

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.