2004 Thomas C2 recalls and problems

The 2004 Thomas C2 has 2 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Thomas dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 Thomas C2 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Thomas C2 recalls

Recall 06V-085: Parking Brake

Reported Mar 28, 2006 · 250 vehicles affected · FREIGHTLINER LLC

Problem: Certain my 2004-2006 freightliner custom chassis b2 school buses and thomas built c2 school buses built with air or hydraulic brakes with a one valve park brake system and park brake release interlock manufactured between june 17, 2004, and february 20, 2006. At higher vehicle loads, the parking brakes may not fully apply.

Risk: A bus may roll if the driver releases the service brakes before the parking brakes fully apply, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash or injure passengers entering or leaving the bus.

Fix: Freightliner will notify owners and repair the park brake free of charge. The recall began on may 12, 2006. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall 05V-468: Parking Brake

Reported Oct 5, 2005 · 3,850 vehicles affected · FREIGHTLINER LLC

Problem: Certain 2004 and 2005 thomas built c2 school buses and freightliner business class m2 heavy trucks manufactured between june 2004 and march 2005. The anchor/pivot bolt supplied with the park brake is defective and could fatigue fracture prematurely, resulting in the park brake failing to apply.

Risk: If the park brake anchor bolt fatigues and ultimately fractures, the park brake may not function and there may be no indication to the driver of the malfunction when the park brake is set. This may cause the vehicle to roll away without warning, which could result in a crash.

Fix: Freightliner will notify its owners and inspect and replace defective anchor bolts free of charge. The recall began on march 7, 2006. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

2004 Thomas C2 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Tires1
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Tires › Markings — 1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 Thomas C2 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · reported Feb 23, 2007
- the contact stated that the 2004 thomas built school bus' cowl separated from the body of the bus. The contact called the manufacturer, and was denied the repairs because the school was supposed to tighten all the cowl mounting bolts every 6 months. The contact called the ponder equipment dealership, and was informed that they never heard that this type of maintenance would be needed for the cowl mounts. The contact stated that due to this problem the entire front end could detach from the bus.
Tires · reported Nov 3, 2006
I have a complaint about a product our state uses on it's school bus units. The state buys school bus retreads (Called bead to bead retreads) that cover up the original manufacturer's name, DOT , load range and other vital information. Does the tread act cover school bus sized (11r22.5) tires? The information placed back on the casing during the re-manufacturing process does not match that of the original manufacturer. (Goodyear) are re-manufactured tires that cover the sidewall of the original manufacturer legal? What happens if the original manufacturer has a recall, how would we get the…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Thomas C2 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 Thomas C2: 06V-085 (parking brake), 05V-468 (parking brake). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Thomas C2?

Owners report tires problems most often (1 reports), followed by structure (1).

Are Thomas recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Thomas dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.