Propulsion system: traction batteryRecall 22V-876 · 2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 22V-876 covers 151 2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 for a propulsion system: traction battery problem, reported to NHTSA on November 23, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q2) shows 81% of affected vehicles repaired.

81%
Vehicles repaired122 of 151 · 2025 Q2
Vehicles affected1511 model
ReportedNov 23, 2022Owners notified Jul 14, 2023
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 22V876000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER C2 JOULEY school buses. An insufficient connection in the battery pack may cause the battery management system to shut down unexpectedly.

The risk

An unexpected shut down can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-960.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

81%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2023 Q32025 Q2
1 model

Vehicles in this recall