NHTSA Recall 22V271000: Cables (electrical system)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,943 vehicles. It affects 2019–2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V271000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL928 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | April 22, 2022 |
| Owner notification | January 20, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Thomas Built Bus HDX school buses. The positive battery cable may be routed improperly, allowing it to chafe against the transmission oil cooler hoses, which can cause an electrical short circuit.
Safety risk
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL928.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V271000
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.