Defect Description For Recall
Certain Thomas Built 2006 And 2007 C2 School Buses Manufactured Between December 21, 2005, And September 4, 2006. The Inlet Air Fitting Welded To The Base Plate Was Manufactured Inconsistently, Possibly Allowing The Fitting To Separate. Separation Of The Inlet Fitting Will Prevent The Actuating Air From Powering The Crossing Arm And May Not Deploy.
Make Of Vehicle
THOMAS BUILT BUSES
Model Of Vehicle
C2
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
07V002000
Component Description
Other:School Bus Stop Arm Assembly
Effect Of Defect
A Non-Deploying Crossing Arm Allows Some Student Passengers To Not Be Visible To The Driver As They Cross In Front Of The Bus During Pick-Up Or Discharge, Present A Risk To Them.
Fix Defect
Thomas Built Will Notify Owners And Repair The Buses Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On January 28, 2007. Owners May Call Thomas Built At 336-889-4871 Or Contact Freightliner At 800-547-0712.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20051221
End Of Manufacture
20060904
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1441
Date Owners Notified
20070129
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Date Report Received
20070104
Make Campaign Number
FL-488