2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 Jouley Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 12, 2025 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

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NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 Jouley so far. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 Jouley recalls (5)

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Service brakes, air:critical fasteners; service brakes, air:disc:caliperSep 11, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V602000 · 36 vehicles

Problem: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2025-2026 Saf-T-Liner C2 and Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The brake caliper mounting bolts may loosen and detach, which can cause a loss of brake function and damage the tire and/or wheel.

Risk: A loss of brake function can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged wheel or tire can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace or tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1023.

Electrical system:wiringAug 1, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V569000 · 629 vehicles

Problem: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2024-2025 Saf-T-Liner C2 and Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The ground cable for the air conditioning system may have been improperly installed and overheat.

Risk: An overheated ground cable can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the ground cable connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1008.

Structure:emergency:escape/egress/exitJun 26, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V478000 · 162 vehicles

Problem: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and 2024-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The audible emergency warning alarm sounds may not activate when the emergency hatch or window is open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."

Risk: An inaudible alarm that fails to warn the driver of an open emergency exit can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the emergency sound software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1004.

Parking brakeMay 14, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V336000 · 398 vehicles

Problem: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Thomas Built SAF-T-Liner C2 and SAF-T-Liner C2 Jouley school buses. The rubber ball seal in the Intellipark Park Valve Modules (PVM) may fracture and cause a leak, which can result in park brake failure or unexpected park brake engagement while driving.

Risk: Park brake failure or unexpected park brake engagement while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the Intellipark PVM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1000.

Electrical system:propulsion system:inverterDec 14, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V846000 · 701 vehicles

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.

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

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 Jouley?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 Jouley?

Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2025 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 Jouley a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SAF-T-Liner C2 Jouley model years, the 2025 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.