NHTSA recall 22V271000
Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx
Reported Apr 22, 20222,943 vehicles affectedDaimler Trucks North America, LLCMaker’s number FL928
The defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Thomas Built Bus HDX school buses. The positive battery cable may be routed improperly, allowing it to chafe against the transmission oil cooler hoses, which can cause an electrical short circuit.
The risk
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL928.