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2009-2011 Thomas Built Buses MVP-Ef recall: engine and engine cooling

Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on September 3, 2010. It covers about 1,117 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,117
reported
Sep 3, 2010
owners notified
Dec 13, 2010

Engine and engine cooling

What is wrong
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 mvp-ef thomas built school buses manufactured from september 12, 2008 through july 16, 2010, equipped with the megafuse junction box. On affected vehicles the megafuse junction box is located in an area exposed to excessive road splash and spry. In some applications the cable connections may corrode rapidly. If undetected, extreme corrosion may cause a power cable to become separated from the power source resulting in an unexpected engine shutdown or loss of vehicle lighting and windshield wipers.
Risk
Unexpected engine shutdown or a loss of vehicle lighting and windshield wipers in certain traffic conditions could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will replace the mega fuse junction block and electrical box free of charge. The safety recall began on december 13, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 10V396000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V396000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2011 Thomas Built Buses MVP-Ef engine and engine cooling?

Yes. Recall 10V396000, reported on September 3, 2010, covers about 1,117 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V396000?

Daimler trucks will replace the mega fuse junction block and electrical box free of charge. The safety recall began on december 13, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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