2015 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX

12 recalls — 0 complaints — 182 TSBs

22V762000 Oct 12, 2022
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2011-2023 Thomas Built EFX and HDX school buses. The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 221... Read more
Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL957.
17,613 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
22V510000 Jul 19, 2022
SEATS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-23 Thomas Built Buses HDX and 2014-22 EFX school buses equipped with 39-inch S3C seat frames and 3-point flex seatbelts. The passenger seat frames may crack and rotate from fatigue.
Consequence
Cracked passenger seat frames may not adequately secure passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the seat frames with brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mail December 4, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL946.
1,806 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
19V712000 Oct 4, 2019
SEATS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner EFX, Minotour, Saf-T-Liner C2, and Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses equipped with SynTec S3B or S3C seats. The seats may have been manufactured with styrene blocks that may not provide sufficient impact abs... Read more
Consequence
The lack of impact absorption increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install additional impact material between the re-bond back and the vinyl back cover to increase the amount of absorption, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on November 29, 2019. The recall began June 22, 2020. Owners may contact ... Read more
53,528 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
18V253000 Apr 19, 2018
SEATS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner EFX, and Minotour school buses equipped with S3B Restraint Wall Mounted Seats. The wall mounting bracket may crack, causing the seat to not remain secured in place ... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wall mounting bracket, free of charge. Daimler issued owners an interim notification on June 12, 2018. The recall began January 3, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL... Read more
23,102 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
18V254000 Apr 19, 2018
SEATS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner EFX, Saf-T-Liner HDX, and Minotour transit buses, equipped with certain S3B Restraint Wall Mounted Seats. The wall mounting bracket may crack, causing the seat to not remain secured... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wall mounting bracket, free of charge. Daimler issued an interim notification to owners on June 15, 20 18. The recall began January 3, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is... Read more
24 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
18V192000 Mar 26, 2018
SEATS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner EFX, and Minotour school buses, equipped with certain Syntec-brand S3B, Non-Restraint, Wall Mounted Seats. The wall mounting bracket may crack, which may cause the ... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wall mounting bracket, free of charge. DTNA issued an interim notification to owners on May 9, 2018. The recall began May 10, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-763.
6,606 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
18V193000 Mar 26, 2018
SEATS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner EFX, and Minotour transit buses, equipped with certain Syntec-brand S3B, Non-Restraint, Wall Mounted Seats. The wall mounting bracket may crack, which may cause the... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wall mounting bracket, free of charge. DTNA issued an interim notification to owners on May 10, 2018. The recall began May 10, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-763.
6 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
17V313000 May 11, 2017
SEATS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX and Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The occupant seats may have been installed without under-rail washers, reducing their anchorage strength.
Consequence
Without under-rail washers, in the event of a crash, the seats may come loose, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats and replace the mounting hardware, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 28, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA Customer Service 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for the recall is FL-737.
1,132 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
16V629000 Aug 31, 2016
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Thomas Built Buses Safe-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner EFX, and Minotour DRW school buses manufactured July 15, 2014, to July 21, 2016, and equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S... Read more
Consequence
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0... Read more
958 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
15V564000 Sep 4, 2015
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2006-2015 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner EF, Saf-T-Liner EFX, and Minotour DRW transit buses manufactured January 3, 2006, to August 1, 2014, and equipped with certain Ricon model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S55... Read more
Consequence
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. ... Read more
52 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
15V565000 Sep 4, 2015
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2006-2015 Thomas Built Buses FS-65, Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner EF, Saf-T-Liner EFX, Saf-T-Liner HDX, and Minotour DRW school buses manufactured January 3, 2006, to August 1, 2014, and equipped with certain Ricon model S2005, S2... Read more
Consequence
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began onNovember 2, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. D... Read more
4,334 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America LLC
13V639000 Dec 20, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner EFX school buses manufactured September 30, 2013, through November 15, 2013. In the affected vehicles, due to an incorrect calibration, the speedometer may display a speed lower than the vehicle i... Read more
Consequence
With the incorrect calibration, the driver may unknowingly exceed the posted speed limit, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software to correct the calibration, free of charge. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-658.
45 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2015 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX

182 manufacturer communications from 139 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL52
350000 EQUIPMENT34
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING10
060000 ENGINE (PWS)10
220000 SEATS10
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM10
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE5
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER5
WP21-007 Mar 22, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Warranty Policy Letter for battery tags. DTNA determined that since adopting the AutoMeter BCT-460DTNA Powernet Assessment Tool (AutoMeter) as the required powernet system tester, not all battery tags have to be retained support Warranty-re
WP21-007 Mar 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for battery tags. DTNA determined that since adopting the AutoMeter BCT-460DTNA Powernet Assessment Tool (AutoMeter) as the required powernet system tester, not all battery tags have to be retained support Warranty-re
ICI21-004 Feb 15, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Important Campaign Information Letter for Dealer Travel for Campaign Performance a?? TBB.
WI20-014R Feb 8, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Revised Warranty Information Letter for OWL and Warranty Manual Improvement: Sublets and Travel Time/Distance. In the spirit of continuous improvement, DTNA reviewed sublet-related policies and procedures. The goal was to improve language c
WP20-018R Dec 8, 2020
010000 STEERING
Revised Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. Revisions are in blue. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been
WP20-018R Dec 8, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Revised Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. Revisions are in blue. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been
WP20-018 Dec 7, 2020
010000 STEERING
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
WP20-018 Dec 7, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
WP20-018 Dec 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
WP20-018 Dec 7, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Warranty Policy Letter for Alliance/Mascot Aftermarket Warranty and Claim Filing. With Mascot now in partnership with Detroit Reman and Alliance Parts, DTNA is pleased to announce that Mascot coverage has been added to OWL. Remanufactured A
PAB036-2020 Oct 21, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Lettering Changes - Notification
TechTalk4725 Sep 22, 2020
010000 STEERING
Tech Talk discussion about power steering fluid.
TechTalk4725 Sep 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tech Talk discussion about power steering fluid.
WI20-012 Aug 3, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Information Letter informing that to ensure that DTNA policies and service network practices align, the Warranty Department will be revising the Warranty Manual.
WI20-014 Aug 3, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Information Letter for OWL and Warranty Manual Improvement: Sublets and Travel Time/Distance. In the spirit of continuous improvement, DTNA reviewed sublet-related policies and procedures. The goal was to improve language clarity a
ICI20-022 Aug 3, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Important Campaign Information letter announcing Dealer Travel for Campaign Performance. This letter is to announce a reimbursement available to dealers for travel to a customer??A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A???A?s location to p
PAB028-2020 Jul 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Heater Hose Changes
PAB028-2020 Jul 22, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Heater Hose Changes
WI20-011 Jul 20, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit and TBB Parchment Format Update. In the continuing effort to standardize across brands, DTNA is pleased to announce that Detroit Diesel Corporation (Detroit) and Thomas Built Bus (TBB) parchments will
WI20-011 Jul 20, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter for Detroit and TBB Parchment Format Update. In the continuing effort to standardize across brands, DTNA is pleased to announce that Detroit Diesel Corporation (Detroit) and Thomas Built Bus (TBB) parchments will
PAB026-2020 Jul 17, 2020
220000 SEATS
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on National Drivera??s Seat Update
SB60-171 Jul 10, 2020
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Service Bulletin for Guidelines for Cleaning and Disinfecting Cab Surfaces. The following guidelines are for cleaning and disinfecting commonly touched surfaces on the inside and outside of a vehicle. For best results, follow cleaning and d
WI20-008 Apr 27, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Information Letter for Warranty Training Online. DTNA is pleased to announce the release of new Warranty-related training videos. The videos provide Warranty content in short instructional videos that are available on demand throug
WP20-006 Apr 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for Handling for Authorized Service Location Part Transfers. To promote 24-hour throughput and maximum efficiency, DTNA is adjusting multiple handling policies: Launching a new handling allowance for parts ordered fr
WP20-007 Apr 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for Chassis Progressive Damage Policy Change. Effective for repair orders opened on or after April 27, 2020, if an Authorized Service Location installed a part which later has a warrantable failure, progressive damage
WP20-005 Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter for Handling Change: Over the Counter Aftermarket Parts Replacement Program. DTNA is pleased to announce that handling will increase to 33% for Misc. Replacement Part type claims filed under the Over the Counter (OTC)
PAB014-2020 Mar 26, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Defender Composite Stop Arm Changes
PAB012-2020 Mar 23, 2020
130000 VISIBILITY
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on PV360 NS Camera a?? Type D
WP20-002 Mar 17, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Warranty Policy Letter explaining the Warranty Department is aligning with the frame rail repair policy, published in DTNA Workshop Manuals, which states that there are very few cases in which welding a heat-treated frame rail is allowed. T
WP20-002 Mar 17, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Policy Letter explaining the Warranty Department is aligning with the frame rail repair policy, published in DTNA Workshop Manuals, which states that there are very few cases in which welding a heat-treated frame rail is allowed. T
03.2020 Campaign Mar 17, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Open recall and Field service Campaigns report send out to Dealers, General Managers, Service managers and warranty managers.
PAB010-2020 Mar 17, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Buy America Cummins B6.7 Engine
PAB009-2020 Mar 5, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Roof Top Lettering (Addendum)
02.2020 Campaign Mar 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Open recall and Field service Campaigns report send out to Dealers, General Managers, Service managers and warranty managers
PAB007-2020 Feb 25, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on 12V Outlets Update
SB54-290 Feb 14, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin for Guidelines for Repairing or Replacing an Electrical Harness. Use the guidelines in this bulletin to determine if a damaged electrical harness should be repaired or replaced.
PAB002-2020 Jan 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Power Outlet
PAB002-2020 Jan 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Power Outlet
WI19-022 Jan 2, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Information Letter announcing Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Improvements for GHG17 After Treatment Systems
WI19-022 Jan 2, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Warranty Information Letter announcing Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Improvements for GHG17 After Treatment Systems
WI19-022 Jan 2, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter announcing Detroit NOx Sensor Circuit Improvements for GHG17 After Treatment Systems
PAB048-2019 Dec 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Data Book Update
PAB043-2019 Dec 2, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Lettering Update
PAB042-2019 Nov 15, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Allison 7 Year Warranty
PAB038-2019 Nov 1, 2019
220000 SEATS
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Freedman Seating Update
DOC-1034471 Sep 30, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Solution is provided to assist Dealers/Customers in resolving the issue when the brakes are applied, the rear side led marker lights illuminate.
DOC-1034471 Sep 30, 2019
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Service Solution is provided to assist Dealers/Customers in resolving the issue when the brakes are applied, the rear side led marker lights illuminate.
PAB035-2019 Sep 25, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Slide a?? n Click Update
19CSA-12 BCT Sep 9, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PowerNet Assessment Tool Repair Procedure
19CSA-13 Sep 5, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Systems Development provided document to service locations on price list reflects current charges to engine horsepower ratings for HDEP and MDEG engine platforms.
PAB033-2019 Sep 5, 2019
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Lamp Monitors
19-013WI Sep 4, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter to announce addition of Thomas Built Bus as a brand with an Authorized Demonstrator Program
19-011WP Sep 4, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Policy Letter to communicate Detroit Return Changes
19-008WI Aug 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.
19TL-9 Aug 7, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
DTNA Special Tools Group has approved the use of Haweka Axis4000 aftermarket alignment system for use on DTNA products at DTNA service locations. The Axis4000 system uses the reference points required by DTNA for precise, accurate, and repe
19TL-9 Aug 7, 2019
200000 WHEELS
DTNA Special Tools Group has approved the use of Haweka Axis4000 aftermarket alignment system for use on DTNA products at DTNA service locations. The Axis4000 system uses the reference points required by DTNA for precise, accurate, and repe
19TL-9 Aug 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
DTNA Special Tools Group has approved the use of Haweka Axis4000 aftermarket alignment system for use on DTNA products at DTNA service locations. The Axis4000 system uses the reference points required by DTNA for precise, accurate, and repe
19TS-6 Aug 7, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The modified parked regeneration strategy has been standard on GHG17 units since the start of GHG17 production and was added to EPA10 and GHG14 units with a software update. The modified regeneration utilizes an improved strategy to clean t
19TS-6 Aug 7, 2019
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The modified parked regeneration strategy has been standard on GHG17 units since the start of GHG17 production and was added to EPA10 and GHG14 units with a software update. The modified regeneration utilizes an improved strategy to clean t
19TS-6 Aug 7, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The modified parked regeneration strategy has been standard on GHG17 units since the start of GHG17 production and was added to EPA10 and GHG14 units with a software update. The modified regeneration utilizes an improved strategy to clean t
SPN 3563 / FMI 2 Aug 7, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
HDEP GHG17 engines are not equipped with turbo wastegates. Steps in this troubleshooting involving wastegates were removed.
SPN 3563 / FMI 2 Aug 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
HDEP GHG17 engines are not equipped with turbo wastegates. Steps in this troubleshooting involving wastegates were removed.
PAB022-2019 Jun 27, 2019
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on ESC Update EFX and HDX
PAB010-2019 Apr 2, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Cummins Engine Tariff
PAB010-2019 Apr 2, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Cummins Engine Tariff
DOC-1034175 Feb 27, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
SS:1034175 TBB Removing Window Stops from Passenger Windows
sbu00016 Jan 14, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin Paper Copy Mailings Are Discontinued
1208-18 Dec 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Information Bulletin- Oil Present at the Turbocharger Compressor Housing
1208-18 Dec 31, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service Information Bulletin- Oil Present at the Turbocharger Compressor Housing
1213-18 Dec 31, 2018
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Service Information Bulletin
1213-18 Dec 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Information Bulletin
1213-18 Dec 31, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service Information Bulletin
1212-18 Dec 31, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Information Bulletin- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Crossover Pipe
1212-18 Dec 31, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service Information Bulletin- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Crossover Pipe
1212-18 Dec 31, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Service Information Bulletin- Exhaust Gas Recirculation Crossover Pipe
DOC-1033968 Nov 8, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Solution: 1033968 TBB Warning Lights, One Side Flashes Faster than the Other
DOC-1033968 Nov 8, 2018
127000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
Service Solution: 1033968 TBB Warning Lights, One Side Flashes Faster than the Other
DOC-1033968 Nov 8, 2018
127000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
Service Solution: 1033968 TBB Warning Lights, One Side Flashes Faster than the Other
ICI18-012 TBB FL Jul 25, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Advance Notice and Dealer Actions ? VIN List
ICI18-017 TBB FL May 18, 2018
220000 SEATS
Advance action for Thomas Built Buses S#B Seat Frames recall has been converted to interim recall INT FL763.
ICI18-017 TBB FL May 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Advance action for Thomas Built Buses S#B Seat Frames recall has been converted to interim recall INT FL763.
ICI18-017 TBB FL May 18, 2018
220000 SEATS
ICI18-017 TBB FL763 ? Change to Advance Action
ICI18-011 Apr 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
ICI18-011 TBB FL763 ? Advance Notice and Dealer Actions
ICI18-012 Apr 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
ICI18-012 TBB FL763 ? Advance Notice and Dealer Actions ? VIN List
ICI18-011 TBB FL Apr 26, 2018
220000 SEATS
ICI18-011 TBB FL763 ? Advance Notice and Dealer Actions
ICI18-012 TBB FL Apr 26, 2018
220000 SEATS
ICI18-012 TBB FL763 ? Advance Notice and Dealer Actions ? VIN List
14CSA23 Oct 27, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
14CSA23 CSC Announces ?Tech Tips? ? DDCSN
ICI17-021 Aug 22, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
ICI17-021 TBB Recall FL737 ? Revised Bulletin
FL737 Jun 23, 2017
220000 SEATS
TBB Syntec S3C Wall Mounted Seats
FL737 Jun 23, 2017
220000 SEATS
TBB Syntec S3C Wall Mounted Seats
FL737 Jun 23, 2017
220000 SEATS
TBB Syntec S3C Wall Mounted Seats
sbt0002 Jun 17, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Publications Ordering
sbt0002 Jun 17, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Publications Ordering
sbt0002 Jun 17, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Publications Ordering
PAB019-2017 Jun 6, 2017
190000 TIRES
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Hankook Tire Update
PAB019-2017 Jun 6, 2017
200000 WHEELS
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Hankook Tire Update
PAB042-2016 Oct 20, 2016
190000 TIRES
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on BF Goodrich Tires
PAB042-2016 Oct 20, 2016
200000 WHEELS
Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on BF Goodrich Tires
16-011 Mar 28, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
16-011 New Detroit Camshaft Housing Seal Standard Repair Time
16TS7 Mar 28, 2016
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
16TS7 Reman Diesel Particulate Filter Serial Number

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THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX across all model years (2006–2026).

141 Total Recalls
1 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX — Year by Year

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2013 9 0 View
2012 4 0 View
2011 3 0 View
2010 2 0 View
2009 2 1 View
2008 2 0 View
2007 2 0 View
2006 2 0 View

Other THOMAS BUILT BUSES Models

Model Recalls Complaints
C2 0 0 View
CL-960 0 0 View
CONVENTIONAL 0 0 View
EF 0 0 View
ER 0 0 View
FS-65 0 0 View
FS65 0 0 View
HDX 0 0 View