12v/24v/48v battery: cablesRecall 22V-271 · 2019–2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner HDX
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 22V-271 covers 2,943 2019–2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner HDX for a 12v/24v/48v battery: cables problem, reported to NHTSA on April 22, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q4) shows 75% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V271000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
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
75%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.