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2018-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 recall: cables

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on April 19, 2018. It covers about 90 vehicles.

vehicles affected
90
reported
Apr 19, 2018
owners notified
Oct 3, 2018

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses equipped with 2 8D batteries. The battery power cable may have inadequate clearance between the cable and the battery hold down bracket when the battery tray is pulled out for service, causing the cable to rub against the bracket.
Risk
The battery cable rubbing may cause the cable to short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will be inspect the battery cables and reroute them for proper clearance, as required, free of charge. Daimler issued an interim notification to owners on June 18, 2018. The recall began October 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL768.

Recall number 18V250000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V250000

Is there a recall on the 2018-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 cables?

Yes. Recall 18V250000, reported on April 19, 2018, covers about 90 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V250000?

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will be inspect the battery cables and reroute them for proper clearance, as required, free of charge. Daimler issued an interim notification to owners on June 18, 2018. The recall began October 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL768.

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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