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2019-2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 recall: fuses and circuit breakers

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on December 21, 2018. It covers about 5,423 vehicles.

vehicles affected
5,423
reported
Dec 21, 2018
owners notified
Aug 27, 2019

Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses equipped with an optional auxiliary outlet powered by the ignition and accessory power circuits. An electrical overload on the auxiliary circuit may cause the ignition fuse to open and the engine to shut down.
Risk
An engine shutdown without the ability to restart increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will modify the wiring to prevent the power port from affecting the ignition circuit, free of charge. DTNA mailed an interim letter on February 1, 2019. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-804.

Recall number 18V930000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V930000

Is there a recall on the 2019-2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 fuses and circuit breakers?

Yes. Recall 18V930000, reported on December 21, 2018, covers about 5,423 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V930000?

DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will modify the wiring to prevent the power port from affecting the ignition circuit, free of charge. DTNA mailed an interim letter on February 1, 2019. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-804.

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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