Daimler Buses North America | NHTSA Recall #09V121000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V121000 by Daimler Buses North America. Includes 380 affected units, BLOWER MOTOR & RESISTOR HARDWARE TORQUE, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler buses is recalling 380 my 2008-2009 vii buses configured with a mobile climate control (mcc) heater and those with a mcc defroster manufacturer from october 2008 - march 2009 only. the blower motor mount screws may not have the proper torque. if the four blower motor mount screws disconnect, the bracket can move possibly causing an electrical terminal short circuit.

Corrective Action

Mcc will inspect the buses for incorrect torque on blower mounts and torque the screws correctly as required free of charge. if the inspection reveals any damage to the affected components, additional repairs will be made as necessay. the recall is expected to begin during may 2009. owners may contact daimler buses at 905-403-7807.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V121000
Manufacturer: Daimler Buses North America
Report Received Date: 2009-04-15T00:00:00
Subject: Blower motor & resistor hardware torque
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 380

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler buses is recalling 380 my 2008-2009 vii buses configured with a mobile climate control (mcc) heater and those with a mcc defroster manufacturer from october 2008 - march 2009 only. the blower motor mount screws may not have the proper torque. if the four blower motor mount screws disconnect, the bracket can move possibly causing an electrical terminal short circuit.
Consequence Summary: A short circuit can result in a fire.
Corrective Action: Mcc will inspect the buses for incorrect torque on blower mounts and torque the screws correctly as required free of charge. if the inspection reveals any damage to the affected components, additional repairs will be made as necessay. the recall is expected to begin during may 2009. owners may contact daimler buses at 905-403-7807.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-7ebe.942d~2jka
NHTSA ID: 09V121000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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