Daimler Trucks North America, LLC is recalling certain 2020-2022 Thomas Built EFX and HDX school
— Recall Campaign #21V850000
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Thomas Built EFX and HDX school buses. The nut for the power cable stud on the alternator may not have been tightened properly, which can cause a loose cable connection.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,434 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V850000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
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| Recall date: | November 02, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V850000 |
| Units affected: | 1,434 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Thomas Built EFX and HDX school buses. The nut for the power cable stud on the alternator may not have been tightened properly, which can cause a loose cable connection.
- Consequeces:
- A loose power cable connection may cause electrical arcing, which can increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will inspect the alternator power cable connection and tighten it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL904.
- 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.