Recall 11V573000: 2011 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2, 2012–2013 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 5, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 4,700
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2011 through 2013 thomas built saf-t-liner school buses built on a freightliner custom chassis b2 chassis from november 15, 2010, through october 6, 2011. The grid heater ground wire may contact the relay power terminal and rub and chafe potentially resulting in a short circuit.
The risk
An electrical fault or short circuit may result in a fire.
The fix
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect to ensure the grid heater relay ground wire is correctly routed and modified as required to ensure adequate clearance with the power terminal. The repairs will be performed by dtna dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on february 2, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-691.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2
- 2012 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
- 2013 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 11V573000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-619
- Manufacturer
- DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
- Owner letters
- Feb 2, 2012
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling (Engine)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology