Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2000 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner ER
NHTSA data on file today
The 2000 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner ER has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #16V407000 Exterior Emergency Door Handle may Detach NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V395000 Exterior Emergency Door Handle may Detach NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #01V104000 FREIGHTLINER/THOMAS BUILT/FMVSS 221/ROOF JOINT NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Structure 1 complaint
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $10,000–$20,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2000 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER ER shows limited owner complaints with only one recorded, while having three recall campaigns related to structural issues. The recall focus on emergency doors and roof cap suggests possible vulnerabilities. Due to scant data, it is crucial for prospective buyers to conduct thorough inspections and maintenance to prevent potential issues.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency door | Unknown | $200–$700 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake system inspections
- Transmission fluid changes
- Coolant system maintenance
- Tire rotations and inspections
- Battery checks and replacements
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Emergency door malfunction
- Roof cap separation
- Unusual noises from structure
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2000 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner ER at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.