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NHTSARecalled Nov 2, 2021 · #21V850000

Alternator Power Cable Connection May be Loose

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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

Product details

Product
Alternator Power Cable Connection May be Loose
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice