Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #13V022000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V022000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting model year 2013-2014 thomas built buses brand saf-t-liner efx school buses manufactured from march 29, 2012, through november 14, 2012 and equipped with 100% daytime running lights (drl) option code c3676-24-000 Includes 143 affected units, Headlights & Tailights may go out, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2013-2014 thomas built buses brand saf-t-liner efx school buses manufactured from march 29, 2012, through november 14, 2012 and equipped with 100% daytime running lights (drl) option code c3676-24-000
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 thomas built buses brand saf-t-liner efx school buses manufactured from march 29, 2012, through november 14, 2012 and equipped with 100% daytime running lights (drl) option code c3676-24-000. the drl circuit breaker may trip during continuous operation of the headlights in high beam mode. this would result in a loss of power to the headlights, marker lights, tail lights, and dash lighting.
Corrective Action
Dtna has notified the affected owners. dealers will replace the circuit breaker, free of charge. the recall began on december 14, 2012. owners may contact thomas built buses warranty department at 1-366-889-4871.