Recall 09V011000: 2003–2006 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX

Report received

Jan 13, 2009

Manufacturer

Daimler trucks north america

Potentially affected

2,426vehicles

Model years

2003–2006

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Daimler trucks is recalling 2,426 thomas built buses my 2003 through 2006 saf-t-liner hdx school and non school buses manufactured between april 1, 2002 through august 30, 2005. The automatic transmission control module (vim) located between the frame rails near the front axle and outside the transmission control module cover may become corroded due to water and road spray intrusion. Vim corrosion may cause the starter motor to engage unexpectedly or the backup lights to operate intermittently.

Possible consequence

Unexpected starter engagement or intermittent backup light operation may lead to a vehicle crash or personal injury.

Remedy

Daimler trucks will notify owners and repairs will be performed by thomas built buses dealerships and direct warranty customers free of charge. The recall began on october 19, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2003 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX0 complaints
• 2004 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX2 complaints
• 2005 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX0 complaints
• 2006 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX1 complaints