NHTSA Recall 18V378000: Cables (electrical system)
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8 vehicles. It affects 2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V378000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-768 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | June 7, 2011 |
| Owner notification | October 3, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses equipped with two 8D batteries. The battery power cable may not have adequate clearance between the cable and battery hold down bracket. As a result, the cable can rub against the bracket damaging the cable.
Safety risk
The damaged battery cable may electrically arc, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery cable routing, rerouting it as necessary to provide the proper clearance, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on August 6, 2018. The recall began October 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-768.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V378000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2018 |
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.