2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Published April 24, 2018 · Recall initiated: April 19, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V250000, published April 24, 2018 and initiated April 19, 2018. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables.
What's the hazard
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses equipped with 2 8D batteries. The battery power cable may have inadequate clearance between the cable and the battery hold down bracket when the battery tray is pulled out for service, causing the cable to rub against the bracket.
What to do
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will be inspect the battery cables and reroute them for proper clearance, as required, free of charge. Daimler issued an interim notification to owners on June 18, 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 FL768.
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Recall details
- Brand
- THOMAS BUILT BUSES
- Model
- SAF-T-LINER C2
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2018 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 | 2019 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V250000 on April 24, 2018. Reported hazard: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses equipped with 2 8D batteries. The battery power cable may have inadequate clearance between the cable and the battery hold down bracket when the battery tray is pulled out for service, causing the cable to rub against the bracket.
What should I do if I have this product?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will be inspect the battery cables and reroute them for proper clearance, as required, free of charge. Daimler issued an interim notification to owners on June 18, 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 FL768.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: THOMAS BUILT BUSES. Model: SAF-T-LINER C2.