NHTSA Recall 23V846000: Inverter (electrical system)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 701 vehicles. It affects 2021–2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V846000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL987 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › INVERTER |
| Report received | December 14, 2023 |
| Owner notification | February 1, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 Jouley electric school buses. The high voltage inverter cable may not be secured properly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Safety risk
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting February 1, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL987.
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 23V846000
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.