Recall 21V850000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Thomas Built EFX and HDX school buses. The nut for the power cable stud on the alternator may not have been tightened properly, which can cause a loose cable connection.
Safety Consequence
A loose power cable connection may cause electrical arcing, which can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the alternator power cable connection and tighten it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL904.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER EFX |
| 2020 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER HDX |
| 2021 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER EFX |
| 2021 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER HDX |
| 2022 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER EFX |
| 2022 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER HDX |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.