2020-2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx and Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX recall: alternator/generator/regulator
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall on November 2, 2021. It covers about 1,434 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,434
- reported
- Nov 2, 2021
- owners notified
- Dec 17, 2021
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- A loose power cable connection may cause electrical arcing, which can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 21V850000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 21V850000
Is there a recall on the 2020-2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx and Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX alternator/generator/regulator?
Yes. Recall 21V850000, reported on November 2, 2021, covers about 1,434 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 21V850000?
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.
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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