Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 22V418000

Electrical system: propulsion system: cables

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2022-06-13.

Recall campaignNHTSA 22V418000

Electrical system: propulsion system: cables

Component
Electrical system: propulsion system: cables
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Vehicles affected
185
Reported to NHTSA
2022-06-13
Owners notified
2022-06-09

Defect description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 FCCC Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley Electric Buses. A high voltage battery cable may not be properly connected, which can cause a loss of electrical power or a ground short circuit.

Safety risk

Unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers. A ground short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

All vehicles have been remedied, therefore no owner notification letters are necessary. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL939.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Scope of coverage

3 model years across 1 models.

ModelYears on record
THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-Liner C2 Jouley2023 2022 2021

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.