Recall 06V-496: 2006–2007 Thomas Built Buses C2

FREIGHTLINER LLC recall for other, reported to NHTSA on Dec 29, 2006, covering about 2,108 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-496
Report date
Dec 29, 2006
Vehicles affected
2,108
Owners notified
Mar 29, 2007

The problem

Certain thomas built 2006 and 2007 c2 school buses manufactured between december 21, 2005, and september 4, 2006. The stop arm may not deploy.

The risk

A non-deploying stop arm may encourage motorists to pass the school bus during pick-up or discharge of children, possibly resulting in serious injury.

The fix

Thomas built will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall will begin on march 29, 2007. Owners may call thomas built at 336-889-4871 or owners may contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.

Notes

Freightliner recall no. Fl-487.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerFREIGHTLINER LLC
ComponentOther › School Bus Stop Arm Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V496000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Thomas Built Buses C22006, 2007All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-496?

Certain thomas built 2006 and 2007 c2 school buses manufactured between december 21, 2005, and september 4, 2006. The stop arm may not deploy.

How is recall 06V-496 fixed?

Thomas built will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall will begin on march 29, 2007. Owners may call thomas built at 336-889-4871 or owners may contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.