Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #20V113000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V113000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2017-2020 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 school buses configured with a specific switch hub module (part numbers 204803 and 216434) combined with a 500k bulk head module and a certain 3-position momentary switch warning light package Includes 6,010 affected units, Warning Systems May Deactivate, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017-2020 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 school buses configured with a specific switch hub module (part numbers 204803 and 216434) combined with a 500k bulk head module and a certain 3-position momentary switch warning light package

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2020 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 school buses configured with a specific switch hub module (part numbers 204803 and 216434) combined with a 500k bulk head module and a certain 3-position momentary switch warning light package. the switch hub module (shm) that controls the exterior warning lights and stop sign may fail, resulting in deactivation of the red warning lights, stop sign and system indicator.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will update the shm, free of charge. the recall began april 15, 2020. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-844.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V113000
Report Received Date: 2020-02-26T00:00:00
Subject: Warning systems may deactivate
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 6,010

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-844
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2020 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 school buses configured with a specific switch hub module (part numbers 204803 and 216434) combined with a 500k bulk head module and a certain 3-position momentary switch warning light package. the switch hub module (shm) that controls the exterior warning lights and stop sign may fail, resulting in deactivation of the red warning lights, stop sign and system indicator.
Consequence Summary: If the exterior warning lights and stop sign indicator stop working, other drivers may inadvertently proceed driving before the school bus loading/unloading of students is complete, increasing the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action: Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will update the shm, free of charge. the recall began april 15, 2020. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-844.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 85.96

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NHTSA ID: 20V113000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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