RECALL
Problem:
Misrouted Battery Cable May Cause Electrical Short
Recall type:
Vehicle
Category:
Affected cars:
2'943
Description:
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Thomas Built Bus HDX school buses. The positive battery cable may be routed improperly, allowing it to chafe against the transmission oil cooler hoses, which can cause an electrical short circuit.
Consequences:
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Actions:
Dealers will inspect and repair the cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA’s number for this recall is FL928.
Report date:
Record ID
FL928
Publish Date
Modified Date