NHTSA Recall 06V136000: Fuses and circuit breakers (electrical system)
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11,666 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Thomas Built Buses Ef.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V136000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-475 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS |
| Report received | April 25, 2006 |
| Owner notification | June 30, 2006 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Certain my 2004 through 2006 thomas built hdx, ef, and fs-65 school buses manufactured between october 4, 2004, and february 14, 2006. The body power distribution module (pdm) was manufactured with copper circuits that are too thin for the electrical loads encountered, possibly causing the board to overheat.
Safety risk
If the pdm overheats it may generate smoke and could result in a fire.
Remedy
Thomas built will notify owners and will replace the pdm's thin copper circuits with thicker copper circuits. The recall began on june 30, 2006. Owners may contact thomas built at 1-877-660-4938.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-475.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V136000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Ef | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Thomas Built Buses FS-65 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Thomas Built Buses Hdx | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.