No complaints are listed for the 2008 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner FS65. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER FS65.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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3 recalls.
Date: 2015-09-04. Systems: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2006-2015 Thomas Built Buses FS-65, Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner EF, Saf-T-Liner EFX, Saf-T-Liner HDX, and Minotour DRW school buses manufactured January 3, 2006, to August 1, 2014, and equipped with certain Ricon model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, S5510 wheelchair lifts. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link (excerpt)
Consequence: If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator. (excerpt)
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began onNovember 2, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-686. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2015-07-07. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2002-2013 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner ER, 2001-2005 Saf-T-Liner Conventional, 2002-2013 Saf-T-Liner MVP-EF, 2013 Saf-T-Liner EFX, 2001-2008 Saf-T-Liner FS65, 2005-2013 Saf-T-Liner C2, 2003-2013 Saf-T-Liner HDX, 2002-2003 Saf-T-Liner MVP-ER, 2002 Vista, and 2002-2003 TL-960 school buses manufactured from February 5, 2001, th (excerpt)
Consequence: 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. In the event of an emergency, this may increase the risk of injury to the bus occupants. (excerpt)
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will either replace the stems or protect them against corrosion, free of charge. Daimler issued an interim notification to owners on August 25, 2015. The recall began on December 24, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-685. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2015-07-06. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2002-2004 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner ER, 2001-2005 Saf-T-Liner Conventional, 2002-2013 Saf-T-Liner MVP-EF, 2013 Saf-T-Liner EFX, 2001-2008 Saf-T-Liner FS65, 2005-2013 Saf-T-Liner C2, 2003-2013 Saf-T-Liner HDX, 2002-2003 Saf-T-Liner MVP-ER, 2002 Vista, and 2002-2003 TL-960 non-school buses. In the affected vehicles, the st (excerpt)
Consequence: 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. In the event of an emergency, this may increase the risk of injury to the bus occupants. (excerpt)
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will either replace the stems or protect them against corrosion, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on August 28, 2015. The recall began on December 24, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-685. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
77 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 47 |
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| ENGINE | 7 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 6 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | 6 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 5 |
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| STRUCTURE | 5 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 1 |
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10124132
Date: 2017-10-27. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
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10155253
Date: 2017-06-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Technical Publications Ordering
10156371
Date: 2017-06-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Technical Publications Ordering
10158023
Date: 2017-06-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Technical Publications Ordering
10128732
Date: 2016-03-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
16-011 New Detroit Camshaft Housing Seal Standard Repair Time
10128744
Date: 2016-03-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.
16TS7 Reman Diesel Particulate Filter Serial Number
10128729
Date: 2016-03-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
New Detroit Bearing Failure Analysis Standard Diagnostic Time
10128730
Date: 2016-03-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
16-009R_OWL Enhancements
10128728
Date: 2016-03-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Canadian Warranty Parts Return Address Change
10130415
Date: 2015-12-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
FL685 TBB Emergency Door Handles