NHTSA recall 21V850000
Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx and 1 more
Reported Nov 2, 20211,434 vehicles affectedDaimler Trucks North America, LLCMaker’s number FL904
The defect
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 risk
A loose power cable connection may cause electrical arcing, which can increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy
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.