NHTSA recall 10V393000
Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
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The defect
Daimler trucks IS recalling certain model year 2004 through 2010 school buses built on ford chassis manufactured from may 6, 2004 through february 2, 2010. on affected vehicles, main body power cables were routed in the area of an unprotected edge on the passenger's side inner-fender. Under certain conditions a power cable may contact the sharp edge. if undetected, continued contact could wear through the power cable's insulation potentially resulting in a short circuit.
The risk
A short circuited power cable could result in a vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants.
The remedy
Daimler trucks will inspect and reroute and/or replace as needed. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall IS expected to begin on or before november 15, 2010. owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.