Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #18V378000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V378000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 transit buses equipped with two 8d batteries Includes 8 affected units, Battery Power Cable may Rub and Arc, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 transit buses equipped with two 8d batteries
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 transit buses equipped with two 8d batteries. the battery power cable may not have adequate clearance between the cable and battery hold down bracket. as a result, the cable can rub against the bracket damaging the cable.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery cable routing, rerouting it as necessary to provide the proper clearance, free of charge. dtna issued owners an interim notification on august 6, 2018. the recall began october 3, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-768.