2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX RECALL - #13V022000
RECALL FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM : WIRING : FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
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.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX |
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| Manufacturer |
Daimler Trucks North America |
| Manufactured between |
3/29/2012 - 11/14/2012 |
| Recalled on |
1/24/2013 |
| Influenced by |
Daimler Trucks North America |
| Owners Notified on |
3/21/2013 |
| # Affected |
143 |
| Recalled for |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
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. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
| Notes |
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. |
| See also |
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall for EQUIPMENT, OTHER, LABELS
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, STORAGE, TANK ASSEMBLY
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall for EQUIPMENT, OTHER, LABELS
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall for SEATS
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall for STRUCTURE, BODY, DOOR
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall for STRUCTURE, BODY, DOOR
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall for EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall for EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall for STRUCTURE, BODY, ROOF AND PILLARS
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall for STRUCTURE, BODY, ROOF AND PILLARS
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall for STRUCTURE, BODY, ROOF AND PILLARS
2013 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER EFX Recall for STRUCTURE, BODY, ROOF AND PILLARS
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