THOMAS BUILT BUSES 2020 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 JOULEY Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2020 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 JOULEY
Brand
THOMAS BUILT BUSES
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2020
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC is recalling certain 2020 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 JOULEY vehicles due to structure:emergency:escape/egress/exit:latching/release system issues. An emergency exit door opening unexpectedly can increase the risk of an injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 and 2020-2024 Thomas Built SAF-T-Liner Jouley school buses. The fasteners for the emergency exit door may loosen and detach, which can allow the emergency exit door to open unexpectedly.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An emergency exit door opening unexpectedly can increase the risk of an injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners for the emergency exit door, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL982.
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