NHTSA Recall 11V503000: Electrical system
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,109 vehicles. It affects 2005–2007 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V503000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-616 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | October 18, 2011 |
| Owner notification | December 15, 2011 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2007 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured from april 5, 2004 through december 26, 2005. The pass-through power cable connections located behind the driver's side kick panel may corrode potentially resulting in an electric fault or short circuit.
Safety risk
An electric fault or short circuit of an un-fused power cable may result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
The final remedy is being developed. Dtna will send owners an interim notice advising them to inspect their buses for corrosion in the area of the power terminals, and if excessive corrosion is found, to take their vehicle to an authorized service facility. Repairs will be made by dtna free of charge. The safety recall began on december 15, 2011. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-616.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V503000
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.