THOMAS SAF-T-LINER EFX 2013: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V022000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| THOMAS | SAF-T-LINER EFX | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-03-21 | 2013-01-23 | 2013-01-24 |
Production Dates: 2012-03-29 - 2012-11-14
Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-638
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 143
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Daimler Trucks North America "DTNA" is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Thomas Built Buses brand Saf-T-Liner EFX school buses manufactured from March 29, 2012, through November 14, 2012 and equipped with 100" Daytime Running Lights "DRL" option code C3676-24-000. The DRL circuit breaker may trip during continuous operation of the headlights in high beam mode. This would result in a loss of power to the headlights, marker lights, tail lights, and dash lighting.
A loss of power to the bus' lights may reduce the driver's ability to see other vehicles, pedestrians, or objects, as well as reduce the bus' visibility to other drivers or pedestrians, increasing the risk of crash.
DTNA has notified the affected owners. Dealers will replace the circuit breaker, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2012. Owners may contact Thomas Built Buses Warranty Department at 1-366-889-4871.
DTNA's recall campaign number is FL-638.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.safercar.gov.
