Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2002–2018 Thomas Built Buses Minotour

Recall date

May 8, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

18V301000

Brand / firm

Thomas Built Buses

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,688 units

Why it was recalled

If the vehicle can be moved while the wheelchair lift is being used, there is an increased the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2002-2018 Thomas Built Buses Minotour school buses built on a Ford chassis and equipped with an optional wheelchair lift. The wheelchair lift may be allowed to operate when the vehicle is in neutral or drive, due to missing relay in the interlock wiring harness.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheelchair lift wiring, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. Daimler issued an interim notification to owners on June 19, 2018. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-770.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.