Recall 07V002000: 2006–2007 Thomas Built Buses C2

Report received

Jan 4, 2007

Manufacturer

Freightliner llc

Potentially affected

1,441vehicles

Model years

2006–2007

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Certain thomas built 2006 and 2007 c2 school buses manufactured between december 21, 2005, and september 4, 2006. The inlet air fitting welded to the base plate was manufactured inconsistently, possibly allowing the fitting to separate. Separation of the inlet fitting will prevent the actuating air from powering the crossing arm and may not deploy.

Possible consequence

A non-deploying crossing arm allows some student passengers to not be visible to the driver as they cross in front of the bus during pick-up or discharge, present a risk to them.

Remedy

Thomas built will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on january 28, 2007. Owners may call thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2006 Thomas Built Buses C21 complaints
• 2007 Thomas Built Buses C26 complaints