Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

21V850000

ManufacturerDaimler Trucks North America, LLCReported2021-11-02Affected1,434 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

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.

Risk

A loose power cable connection may cause electrical arcing, which can increase the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer 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.

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

Affected vehicles

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