Electrical systemRecall 23V-621 · 2024 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 23V-621 covers 679 2024 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on September 6, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q3) shows 97% of affected vehicles repaired.

97%
Vehicles repaired658 of 679 · 2025 Q3
Vehicles affected6791 model
ReportedSep 6, 2023Owners notified Oct 19, 2023
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 23V621000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 school buses. The electrical cables for the air conditioning (AC) may not be installed properly, which can allow the electrical connection to overheat.

The risk

An overheated electrical connection increases the risk of a fire.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and tighten the electrical cables, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL981.

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

97%repaired

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

0%50%100%2023 Q42025 Q3
1 model

Vehicles in this recall