2008 Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF recalls and problems
The 2008 Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Thomas Built Buses dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2008 Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2008 Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF recalls
Recall 11V-223: Equipment
Problem: Daimler trucks (Dtna) is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 saf-t-liner hdx, mvp-ef, and minotor non school buses manufactured from january 2, 2006, through january 31, 2011, equipped with carrier genv em-1 evaporator units. Due to time, temperature, and/or vibration, the fuse may loosen in the fuse holder resulting in high resistance and arcing.
Risk: If sufficient arcing occurs, the fuse holder may melt, and a vehicle fire may occur.
Fix: Dtna will notify owners and provide information on how to obtain the retrofit kit from carrier along with repair instructions. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 20, 2011. (See carrier's recall campaign 11e-003.) owners may contact carrier at 1-800-793-4741 or dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Recall 11V-222: Equipment
Problem: Daimler trucks (Dtna) is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, mvp-ef, fs-65, and minotor school buses manufactured from january 2, 2006, through january 31, 2011, equipped with carrier genv em-1 evaporator units. Due to time, temperature, and/or vibration, the fuse may loosen in the fuse holder resulting in high resistance and arcing.
Risk: If sufficient arcing occurs, the fuse holder may melt, and a vehicle fire may occur.
Fix: Dtna will notify owners and provide information on how to obtain the retrofit kit from carrier along with repair instructions. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 20, 2011. (See carrier's recall campaign 11e-003.) owners may contact carrier at 1-800-793-4741 or dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Recall 09V-462: Vehicle Speed Control
Problem: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 thomas built mvp-ef school buses manufactured from february 15, 2005 through november 23, 2009. The accelerator pedal may become wedged against the scuff plate and become stuck in full throttle position.
Risk: A stuck accelerator pedal may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will raise the accelerator pedal free of charge. The safety recall began on march 17, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF: 11V-223 (equipment), 11V-222 (equipment), 09V-462 (vehicle speed control). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Thomas Built Buses recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Thomas Built Buses dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.