Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #10V397000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V397000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 66 affected units, UNEXPECTED ENGINE SHUTDOWN, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 mvp-ef non school buses manufcatured from september 12, 2008 through july 16, 2010, equipped with the megafuse junction box. on affected vehicles the megafuse junction box is located in an area exposed to excessive road splash and spry. in some applications the cable connections may corrode rapidly. if undetected, extreme corrosion may cause a power cable to become separated from the power source resulting in an unexpected engine shutdown or loss of vehicle lighting and windshield wipers.

Corrective Action

Daimler trucks will replace the mega fuse junction block and electrical box free of charge. the safety recall began on december 13, 2010. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V397000

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2010-09-03T00:00:00

Subject: Unexpected engine shutdown

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 66

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 mvp-ef non school buses manufcatured from september 12, 2008 through july 16, 2010, equipped with the megafuse junction box. on affected vehicles the megafuse junction box is located in an area exposed to excessive road splash and spry. in some applications the cable connections may corrode rapidly. if undetected, extreme corrosion may cause a power cable to become separated from the power source resulting in an unexpected engine shutdown or loss of vehicle lighting and windshield wipers.

Consequence Summary: Unexpected engine shutdown or a loss of vehicle lighting and windshield wipers in certain traffic conditions could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Daimler trucks will replace the mega fuse junction block and electrical box free of charge. the safety recall began on december 13, 2010. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 10V397000

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