Propulsion system: inverterRecall 23V-846 · 2021–2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 Jouley

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 23V-846 covers 701 2021–2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 Jouley for a propulsion system: inverter problem, reported to NHTSA on December 14, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q4) shows 93% of affected vehicles repaired.

93%
Vehicles repaired652 of 701 · 2025 Q4
Vehicles affected7011 model
ReportedDec 14, 2023Owners notified Feb 1, 2024
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 23V846000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 Jouley electric school buses. The high voltage inverter cable may not be secured properly, which can result in a loss of drive power.

The risk

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting February 1, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL987.

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

93%repaired

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

0%50%100%2024 Q12025 Q4
1 model

Vehicles in this recall

Built from February 28, 2022 to August 28, 2023. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.