Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Minotour DRW school buses manufactured February 2, 2015, to June 11, 2015. During relocation of the alternator, the wiring harness may have been rerouted incorrectly resulting in the power cable being strained. As a result, the power cable may become loose at the alternator terminal.
Daimler Trucks North America – Alternator Wiring Harness Incorrectly Routed
| Report Received Date | 11/13/2015 |
| NHTSA ID | 15V754000 |
| Consequence Summary | A loose power cable to alternator terminal nut may result in an electrical arc, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective Action | DTNA will notify owners, Repairs will be performed by Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facilities. All affected vehicles have been repaired as of January 20, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-694. |
| Recall Code | FL-694 |
| Potentially Affected | 27 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=15V754000) |
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