THOMAS BUILT BUSES 2018 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2
Brand
THOMAS BUILT BUSES
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Daimler Trucks North America LLC is recalling certain 2018 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 vehicles due to electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables issues. The battery cable rubbing may cause the cable to short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses equipped with 2 8D batteries. The battery power cable may have inadequate clearance between the cable and the battery hold down bracket when the battery tray is pulled out for service, causing the cable to rub against the bracket.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
The battery cable rubbing may cause the cable to short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will be inspect the battery cables and reroute them for proper clearance, as required, free of charge. Daimler issued an interim notification to owners on June 18, 2018. The recall began October 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL768.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026