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

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on June 7, 2011. It covers about 8 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 8
reported: Jun 7, 2011
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 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses equipped with two 8D batteries. The battery power cable may not have adequate clearance between the cable and battery hold down bracket. As a result, the cable can rub against the bracket damaging the cable.
Risk: The damaged battery cable may electrically arc, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery cable routing, rerouting it as necessary to provide the proper clearance, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on August 6, 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 FL-768.

Recall number 18V378000

Affected vehicles

Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 2018 2018

Questions about recall 18V378000

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

Yes. Recall 18V378000, reported on June 7, 2011, covers about 8 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V378000?

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery cable routing, rerouting it as necessary to provide the proper clearance, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on August 6, 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 FL-768.

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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