NHTSA Recall 23V209000: Electrical system
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 380 vehicles. It affects 2021–2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V209000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL968 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | September 13, 2023 |
| Owner notification | October 18, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Thomas Built Bus SAF-TLINER C2 JOULEY school buses equipped with an automatic low voltage disconnect switch. The automatic low voltage disconnect switch may fail, resulting in a loss of drive power, power steering, or vehicle lighting.
Safety risk
A loss of drive power, power steering, or vehicle lighting can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the automatic low voltage disconnect switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 18, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL968.
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 23V209000
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.