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NHTSA Recall 23V879000: Inverter (electrical system)

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 26 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the FCCC MT50E.

26
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2024
owners notified (February 1)
NHTSA campaign23V879000
Manufacturer campaignFL987
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › INVERTER
Report receivedDecember 21, 2023
Owner notificationFebruary 1, 2024
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 Jouley and 2023-2024 FCCC MT50E electric transit buses. The high voltage inverter cable may not be secured properly, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 1, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL987.

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 23V879000

Make and modelModel years
FCCC MT50E2023, 2024
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley2024

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.