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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 05V191📅 May 2, 2005

2004–2005 Thomas Saf-T-Liner C2 recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

Certain thomas built my 2004 and 2005 Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses manufactured between august 13, 2004, and march 1, 2005. Due to software communication conflicts, the traffic control devices such as the flashing warning lights or the stop signal arm may not work or may not work correctly. These buses fail to conform to the federal motor vehicle safety standard requirements of 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment, and standard 131, school bus pedestrian safety devices.

💥 The risk

If the traffic control devices do not work, a vehicle crash or personal could occur.

🔧 The fix

Thomas built will notify its customers and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on march 23, 2005. All the owners have been notified and the buses have been repaired.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
05V191000
Manufacturer recall #
FL-445
Manufacturer
FREIGHTLINER LLC
Vehicles affected
49
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Mar 23, 2005
Built
Aug 13, 2004 – Mar 1, 2005
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers CAN contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 05V191 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 05V191?

2004–2005 Thomas Saf-T-Liner C2. 49 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Thomas dealer to book the free repair.