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Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 2007 Thomas Built Fs65 School Bus in Canada.
On certain buses, the Type II auto reset circuit breaker temperatures may exceed the rating of the circuit board. This could cause the board to melt, potentially resulting in a vehicle fire. If this occurs while the vehicle is underway, it could cause a vehicle crash resulting in property damage and/or personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will replace the auto reset circuit breakers with manual circuit breakers and jumper cables.
A failure of this component (electrical) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain school buses equipped with a Ricon wheelchair lift system, a misrouted wire may interfere with the lift's roll stop switch operation. The lift platform occupant may be momentarily lifted off balance by the roll stop as it rotates into position, resulting in personal injury. Correction: Dealers will re-route the wire and test lift for correct operation.
A failure of this component (other) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain school buses, the battery cable may chafe on a bracket adjacent to the starter. Chafing of the battery cable may lead to an electrical short, resulting in a vehicle fire and possible injury to the occupants. Correction: Dealers will reposition the battery cable.
A failure of this component (electrical) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
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