Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #18V930000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V930000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2019-2020 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses equipped with an optional auxiliary outlet powered by the ignition and accessory power circuits Includes 5,423 affected units, Blown Ignition Fuse can Cause an Engine Shutdown, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2019-2020 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses equipped with an optional auxiliary outlet powered by the ignition and accessory power circuits

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2020 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses equipped with an optional auxiliary outlet powered by the ignition and accessory power circuits. an electrical overload on the auxiliary circuit may cause the ignition fuse to open and the engine to shut down.

Corrective Action

Dtna has notified owners, and dealers will modify the wiring to prevent the power port from affecting the ignition circuit, free of charge. dtna mailed an interim letter on february 1, 2019. the recall began august 27, 2019. owners may contact daimler trucks north america customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-804.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V930000
Report Received Date: 2018-12-21T00:00:00
Subject: Blown ignition fuse can cause an engine shutdown
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 5,423

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-804
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2020 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses equipped with an optional auxiliary outlet powered by the ignition and accessory power circuits. an electrical overload on the auxiliary circuit may cause the ignition fuse to open and the engine to shut down.
Consequence Summary: An engine shutdown without the ability to restart increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dtna has notified owners, and dealers will modify the wiring to prevent the power port from affecting the ignition circuit, free of charge. dtna mailed an interim letter on february 1, 2019. the recall began august 27, 2019. owners may contact daimler trucks north america customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-804.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 82.62

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NHTSA ID: 18V930000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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