repaired · 2021 Q2
Service brakes, air: disc
Risk. The dragging brakes may lead to high temperatures at the wheel end, increasing the risk of smoke and fire, possibly resulting in the bus having to be…
2012 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2012 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2, most often about the seats. It is covered by 16 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-083 the manufacturer reports only 1% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 11, 2019. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2012 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Seats
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
16 recalls
2012 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a crash, an unsecured wheelchair may increase the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2019 Q3
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a crash, an unsecured wheelchair may increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2017 Q1
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Risk. If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting.
repaired · 2017 Q1
Body: door
Risk. If the stem corrodes, the door handle could detach from the emergency door opening mechanism, delaying the opening of the door and the evacuation of the bus.
repaired · 2017 Q2
Body: door
Risk. If the stem corrodes, the door handle could detach from the emergency door opening mechanism, delaying the opening of the door and the evacuation of the bus.
no report yet
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Engine: diesel
Risk. If this occurs, the fan belt may lose engagement of the water pump, allowing the cooling system to overheat.
no report yet
Engine: diesel
Risk. If this occurs, the fan belt may lose engagement of the water pump, allowing the cooling system to overheat.
no report yet
Body: roof and pillars
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, EGRESS OF THE BUS MAY BE HINDERED POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY TO THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
no report yet
Body: roof and pillars
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, EGRESS OF THE BUS MAY BE HINDERED POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY TO THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. AN ELECTRICAL FAULT OR SHORT CIRCUIT MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
no report yet
Exterior lighting: turn signal
Risk. FAILURE OF THE SIDE MARKER/DIRECTIONAL LIGHTS TO ILLUMINATE WILL RESULT IN DECREASED VISIBILITY OF THE BUS AND/OR ITS INTENDED DIRECTION OF TRAVEL TO OTHER…
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. IF THE INLET OR OUTLET SECTIONS DISCONNECT, HOT EXHAUST GASES CAN VENT PRIOR TO EXITING THE TAILPIPE, CREATING THE RISK OF COMBUSTION AND A FIRE.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Thomas Built Buses.
Best & worst years
2012 vs. every other Saf-t-liner C2 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Saf-t-liner C2 median. How we score
'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2012 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2, and the recalls they led to.
- Rear Leaf Spring FracturesNo recall
In owners' words
What Saf-t-liner C2 owners report
Recent seats complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
THOMAS BUILT BUS - SAFE-T-LINER C-2: TWO INSTANCES IN LAST 4 MONTHS OF CHILDREN SLIDING FORWARD OUT OF THEIR SEATS AND BECOMING WEDGED ON THE FLOOR BETWEEN THE BOTTOM OF THE SEAT SUPPORTS. EACH INCIDENCE REQUIRED APPROXIMATELY 3 MINUTES TO EXTRICATE THE TRAPPED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHILD. I BELIEVE…
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