Recall 10V-184: 2009–2010 Thomas Built Buses HDX

DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 3, 2010, covering about 118 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-184
Report date
May 3, 2010
Vehicles affected
118
Owners notified
Jul 6, 2010

The problem

Dtna is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 hdx non school buses manufactured beginning november 20, 2007 through may 8, 2009. The heater coolant flow valve actuator 0-ring may allow coolant leakage into the heater core compartment and the actuator pc board area potentially causing the actuator to overheat and/or melt.

The risk

An overheated and/or melted actuator may result in a vehicle fire.

The fix

Dtna will notify owners and repairs will be performed by thomas built dealerships free of charge. The safety recall began on july 6, 2010. Owners may contact thomas built at 1-336-889-4871.

Notes

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

ManufacturerDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number10V184000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Thomas Built Buses HDX2009, 2010All years

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 10V-184?

Dtna is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 hdx non school buses manufactured beginning november 20, 2007 through may 8, 2009. The heater coolant flow valve actuator 0-ring may allow coolant leakage into the heater core compartment and the actuator pc board area potentially causing the actuator to overheat and/or melt.

How is recall 10V-184 fixed?

Dtna will notify owners and repairs will be performed by thomas built dealerships free of charge. The safety recall began on july 6, 2010. Owners may contact thomas built at 1-336-889-4871.

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.