NHTSA Recall 22V271000
NHTSA Campaign Id 22V271000; Date: Apr. 22, 2022
an electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx; 2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx; 2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx; 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx; 2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx
Component: Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:cables
Manufactured by: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 2,943
Recall Summary:
daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2023 thomas built bus hdx school buses. the positive battery cable may be routed improperly, allowing it to chafe against the transmission oil cooler hoses, which can cause an electrical short circuit.
How to Fix:
dealers will inspect and repair the cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 20, 2022. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl928.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
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