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2018 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 Recalled by Daimler Trucks North America LLC — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

Date: April 19, 2018
Company: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Status: Ongoing
Source: NHTSA

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

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.

Affected Products

2018 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2. 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.

Why Was This Recalled?

The battery cable rubbing may cause the cable to short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Where Was This Sold?

Nationwide

About Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Daimler Trucks North America LLC has 140 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the NHTSA. Last updated March 27, 2026. View original report