Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulatorRecall 21V-850 · Thomas Built Buses vehicles
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 21V-850 covers 1,434 Thomas Built Buses vehicles for a electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator problem, reported to NHTSA on November 2, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q3) shows 88% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V850000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Thomas Built EFX and HDX school buses. The nut for the power cable stud on the alternator may not have been tightened properly, which can cause a loose cable connection.
The risk
A loose power cable connection may cause electrical arcing, which can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the alternator power cable connection and tighten it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL904.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
88%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.