Recall 10V-100: 2008–2011 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Mar 16, 2010, covering about 9,588 vehicles.
The problem
Dtna has notified NHTSA about a defect in certain model year 2008 through 2011 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured from may 10, 2007, through january 8, 2010. The reed switch used to detect the position of the air operated front entrance door may malfunction causing warning lights and the crossing arm to operate improperly during student loading and unloading.
The risk
Malfunctioning warning lights during the loading and unloading process could put the students at risk of injury.
The fix
Dtna will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by thomas built buses dealerships free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about may 10, 2010. Owners may contact thomas built at 1-336-889-4871.
Notes
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-574.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Body › Door |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V100000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 10V-100?
Dtna has notified NHTSA about a defect in certain model year 2008 through 2011 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured from may 10, 2007, through january 8, 2010. The reed switch used to detect the position of the air operated front entrance door may malfunction causing warning lights and the crossing arm to operate improperly during student loading and unloading.
How is recall 10V-100 fixed?
Dtna will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by thomas built buses dealerships free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about may 10, 2010. Owners may contact thomas built at 1-336-889-4871.
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.