2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Published June 11, 2018 · Recall initiated: June 7, 2011
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V378000, published June 11, 2018 and initiated June 7, 2011. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2018 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 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses equipped with two 8D batteries. The battery power cable may not have adequate clearance between the cable and battery hold down bracket. As a result, the cable can rub against the bracket damaging the cable.
What to do
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery cable routing, rerouting it as necessary to provide the proper clearance, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on August 6, 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 FL-768.
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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
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V378000 on June 11, 2018. Reported hazard: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses equipped with two 8D batteries. The battery power cable may not have adequate clearance between the cable and battery hold down bracket. As a result, the cable can rub against the bracket damaging the cable.
What should I do if I have this product?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery cable routing, rerouting it as necessary to provide the proper clearance, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on August 6, 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 FL-768.
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.