Recall 11V-578: 2012 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Dec 5, 2011, covering about 2,800 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler trucks (Dtna) is recalling certain model year 2012 thomas built saf-t-liner school buses manufactured from february 24, 2011, through august 3, 2011, equipped with bulk-head module software release 2.1 and reference parameter release p38407-06. Inaccurate fault detection values in the bulk-head module software may cause the side marker/directional lights to stop functioning after 5 to 13 minutes of vehicle operation.
The risk
Failure of the side marker/directional lights to illuminate will result in decreased visibility of the bus and/or its intended direction of travel to other drivers which could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dtna will notify owners, and the bulk-head module software will be updated by dtna authorized service facilities free of charge. The safety recall began on february 2, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-620.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V578000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V-578?
Daimler trucks (Dtna) is recalling certain model year 2012 thomas built saf-t-liner school buses manufactured from february 24, 2011, through august 3, 2011, equipped with bulk-head module software release 2.1 and reference parameter release p38407-06. Inaccurate fault detection values in the bulk-head module software may cause the side marker/directional lights to stop functioning after 5 to 13 minutes of vehicle operation.
How is recall 11V-578 fixed?
Dtna will notify owners, and the bulk-head module software will be updated by dtna authorized service facilities free of charge. The safety recall began on february 2, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.