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Campaign 11V222 Posted April 6, 2011 6,831 units

2006-2011 Thomas Built Buses Recall 11V222: A/C Fuse

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 2, 2026

Recall 11V222 affects 6,831 2006-2011 Thomas Built Buses school buses with Carrier air-conditioner fuse holders that can melt. The retrofit is free.

Thomas Built Buses recall 11V222 covers 6,831 2006-2011 Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner Hdx, Mvp-Ef, Minotour, and FS-65 school buses because the fuse in the Carrier GenV EM-1 evaporator unit can loosen and arc. If arcing is severe enough, the fuse holder can melt and start a vehicle fire; the dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

On 2006-2011 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx, Saf-T-Liner C2, Mvp-Ef, Minotour, and FS-65 school buses, the recalled part is tied to the Carrier GenV EM-1 evaporator unit. That unit is part of the air conditioning system, and its electrical circuit uses a fuse to protect the wiring if current gets too high. The fuse holder is supposed to keep that fuse tight so power flows through a solid contact.

On affected buses, time, temperature, and vibration loosen the fuse inside the holder. A loose fuse creates high resistance, which means electrical current has to pass through a poor contact. That poor contact causes arcing, an electrical spark across the gap, and the connection no longer works as designed.

There is no warning sign before failure. A driver or fleet technician should treat an included VIN as needing dealer inspection and the recall repair, even if the air conditioning system still appears to work normally.

Who's affected?

Scope spans Saf-T-Liner Hdx, Saf-T-Liner C2, Mvp-Ef, Minotour, and FS-65 buses across 2006-2011, all involving the air conditioner.

2010 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx Air conditioner
2009 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Air conditioner
2007 Thomas Built Buses Mvp-Ef Air conditioner
2008 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Air conditioner
2011 Thomas Built Buses Minotour Air conditioner
Units affected6,831

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.

What's the safety risk?

Electrical arcing at the fuse holder can melt the holder and lead to a vehicle fire. Keep the bus in service only as needed, and arrange the recall repair soon so the fuse holder is retrofitted before more heat damage occurs. Repair will be free at any franchised Thomas Built Buses dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2011 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx, Saf-T-Liner C2, Mvp-Ef, Minotour, or FS-65 is included in this recall.
  2. Use the owner notice mailed May 20, 2011, or ask Thomas Built Buses for the Carrier retrofit-kit instructions.
  3. Schedule the free Carrier retrofit-kit service that secures the evaporator-unit fuse holder and reduces arcing risk.
  4. Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 11V222 when you call.
  5. Avoid operating the bus with signs of electrical arcing, melted fuse-holder parts, smoke, or burning smell until the repair is complete.

What happens at the repair

Thomas Built Buses owners receive information on how to get the Carrier retrofit kit and the repair instructions for the GENV EM-1 evaporator unit. DTNA began the recall service on May 20, 2011. At the dealer or authorized service point, a Thomas Built Buses technician uses the Carrier instructions to install the retrofit kit so the fuse holder condition is corrected. This service is performed free of charge under the recall.

Timeline

April 6, 2011 NHTSA published the recall
May 20, 2011 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 11V222?

Recall 11V222 covers 6,831 2006-2011 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx, Saf-T-Liner C2, Mvp-Ef, Minotour, and FS-65 school buses equipped with Carrier GenV EM-1 evaporator units. The fuse can loosen in the holder, create high resistance and arcing, and raise the risk of a vehicle fire.

What should I do if my 2006-2011 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx, Saf-T-Liner C2, Mvp-Ef, Minotour, or FS-65 is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific school bus is included in recall 11V222. If it is, contact a franchised Thomas Built Buses dealer or authorized service contact and reference recall 11V222. The remedy uses a Carrier retrofit kit with repair instructions, and the service is free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the safety defect at no cost, and the remedy for recall 11V222 states that the Carrier retrofit kit and repair service are free of charge.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is fire. If the evaporator-unit fuse loosens in the fuse holder, high resistance and arcing can occur. If enough arcing occurs, the fuse holder can melt and a vehicle fire can happen.

When did the safety recall begin?

The safety recall began on May 20, 2011. Because that date has passed, affected owners and fleet operators should check the VIN, then contact a franchised Thomas Built Buses dealer or authorized service contact about the free Carrier retrofit kit and repair instructions.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V222000
Thomas Built Buses customer service1-800-793-4741
NHTSA recall #11V222
NHTSA recall # (full)11V222000

Source documents

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