Recall 21V850000: 2020–2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX, 2020–2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 2, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 1,434
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Thomas Built EFX and HDX school buses. The nut for the power cable stud on the alternator may not have been tightened properly, which can cause a loose cable connection.
The risk
A loose power cable connection may cause electrical arcing, which can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the alternator power cable connection and tighten it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL904.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX
- 2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX
- 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX
- 2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX
- 2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX
- 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V850000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL904
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- Dec 17, 2021
- Components
- Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator (Electrical System)
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