Power cable chaffing
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks is recalling 3,773 my 1996 through 2002 thomas built mvp er school buses manufactured from june 8, 1995 through february 16, 2001, equipped with caterpillar 3116 and 3126 engines. un-fused power cables were tie-wrapped to a wire braid engine fuel return hose. over time these cables may chafe, wearing through the wire loom and eventually through the cable insulation and fuel line covering in an area not easily detectable during normal maintenance without removing the tie wraps and opening the wire loom. un-fused and un-switched power cables which wear through and contact the fuel line wire braid may short circuit.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a short circuit, a vehicle fire can occur.
Corrective Action
Thomas built will notify owners and inspect and replace the cables as necessary free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or about november 28, 2008. owners may contact thomas built at 1-336-889-4871.
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FAQ: Recall 08V356000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 08V356000?
NHTSA recall 08V356000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on July 30, 2008. It addresses: Power cable chaffing. The recall affects approximately 3,773 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V356000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-534. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.