NHTSA Recall 08V356000: Engine and engine cooling
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,773 vehicles. It affects 1996–2002 Thomas Mvp ER.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V356000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-534 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | July 30, 2008 |
| Owner notification | February 27, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler trucks is recalling 3,773 my 1996 through 2002 thomas built mvp er school buses manufactured from june 8, 1995 through february 16, 2001, equipped with caterpillar 3116 and 3126 engines. Un-fused power cables were tie-wrapped to a wire braid engine fuel return hose. Over time these cables may chafe, wearing through the wire loom and eventually through the cable insulation and fuel line covering in an area not easily detectable during normal maintenance without removing the tie wraps and opening the wire loom. Un-fused and un-switched power cables which wear through and contact the fuel line wire braid may short circuit.
Safety risk
In the event of a short circuit, a vehicle fire can occur.
Remedy
Thomas built will notify owners and inspect and replace the cables as necessary free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about november 28, 2008. Owners may contact thomas built at 1-336-889-4871.
Notes
Daimler trucks' recall no. Fl-534.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 08V356000
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.