Engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm)Recall 22V-438 · 2020–2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 22V-438 covers 461 2020–2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 for a engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm) problem, reported to NHTSA on June 20, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q3) shows 95% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V438000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Thomas Built C2 Saf-T-Liner school buses equipped with 8.8L LPG engines. The engine control module (ECM) may set a fault code that results in an unexpected engine shut down.
The risk
Unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.
The fix
Dealers will update the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL942.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
95%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.