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2006-2007 Thomas Built Buses C2 recall: school bus stop arm assembly

Freightliner LLC reported this safety recall on January 4, 2007. It covers about 1,441 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,441
reported
Jan 4, 2007
owners notified
Jan 29, 2007

Other: school bus stop arm assembly

What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 07V002000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 07V002000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2007 Thomas Built Buses C2 school bus stop arm assembly?

Yes. Recall 07V002000, reported on January 4, 2007, covers about 1,441 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 07V002000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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