NHTSA Recall 23V621000: Electrical system
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 679 vehicles. It affects 2024 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V621000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL981 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | September 6, 2023 |
| Owner notification | October 19, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 school buses. The electrical cables for the air conditioning (AC) may not be installed properly, which can allow the electrical connection to overheat.
Safety risk
An overheated electrical connection increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the electrical cables, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL981.
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 23V621000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2024 |
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.