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VehicleMar 26, 2018957 affected

Thomas Built Buses recall: Fuel system, other

What is wrong

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses equipped with propane engines. The propane fuel line may contact the j-hook body support bracket that could cause chafing resulting in a propane leak.

What could happen

A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the propane line clearance and reroute the line if needed. Any damaged lines will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. DTNA issued an interim notification to owners on May 9, 2018. The recall began on July 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-765.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
18V190000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Reported to NHTSA
Mar 26, 2018
Owners notified
Jul 3, 2018
Vehicles or items affected
957
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
Apr 3, 2013 to Nov 28, 2017
Part
Fuel system, other › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Maker's own recall number
FL-765

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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