- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:INVERTER
- Problem
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2023-2024 FCCC MT50E and 2024 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 Jouley electric transit buses may have a high voltage inverter cable that is not secured properly. This can cause the vehicle to lose drive power.
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. Owners should be aware of this risk, especially when operating the bus in traffic.
Dealers will inspect the high voltage inverter cable and tighten the fasteners as needed, at no cost to the owner. Owner notification letters were mailed February 1, 2024. To check whether your vehicle is affected, check your VIN for open recalls, or contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1-800-547-0712 and reference recall number FL987.
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Fccc MT50E | 20232024 |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley | 2024 |