THOMAS SAF-T-LINER C2 ELECTRIC 2021: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V418000

Make Model Year
THOMAS SAF-T-LINER C2 ELECTRIC 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2022-06-09 2022-06-13 2022-06-14

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL939

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 185

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC "DTNA" is recalling certain 2021-2023 FCCC Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley Electric Buses. A high voltage battery cable may not be properly connected, which can cause a loss of electrical power or a ground short circuit.

Consequence

Unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers. A ground short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

All vehicles have been remedied, therefore no owner notification letters are necessary. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL939.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.