NHTSA Recall 22V876000: Traction battery (electrical system)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 151 vehicles. It affects 2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V876000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-960 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY |
| Report received | November 23, 2022 |
| Owner notification | July 14, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2 JOULEY school buses. An insufficient connection in the battery pack may cause the battery management system to shut down unexpectedly.
Safety risk
An unexpected shut down can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-960.
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 22V876000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2023 |
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.