Thomas Built Buses, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #86V021000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 86V021000 by Thomas Built Buses, Inc.. Includes 468 affected units, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLE, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

A battery cable routing change may cause the positive cable to rub against the right front spring rear hanger, possibly causing a short circuit in the cable at the point of chafing. consequence of defect: a short circuit at this location could result in loss of electrical power to the vehicle and could possibly cause a fire.

Corrective Action

A repair kit, including clamps, brackets and instructions, will be sent to owners; or thomas distributor will do the repairs.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 86V021000
Report Received Date: 1986-02-06T00:00:00
Subject: Electrical system:battery:cable
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 468

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: A battery cable routing change may cause the positive cable to rub against the right front spring rear hanger, possibly causing a short circuit in the cable at the point of chafing. consequence of defect: a short circuit at this location could result in loss of electrical power to the vehicle and could possibly cause a fire.
Consequence Summary: N/A
Corrective Action: A repair kit, including clamps, brackets and instructions, will be sent to owners; or thomas distributor will do the repairs.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 86V021000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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