Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

15V754000

ManufacturerDaimler Trucks North America LLCReported2015-11-13Affected27 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Minotour DRW school buses manufactured February 2, 2015, to June 11, 2015. During relocation of the alternator, the wiring harness may have been rerouted incorrectly resulting in the power cable being strained. As a result, the power cable may become loose at the alternator terminal.

Risk

A loose power cable to alternator terminal nut may result in an electrical arc, increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

DTNA will notify owners, Repairs will be performed by Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facilities. All affected vehicles have been repaired as of January 20, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-694.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

1 entry
  • Thomas Built Buses