Wrightbus Streetlite Df And Wf: Wiring To Electrical Looms May Become Damaged

Wrightbus is recalling 1,049 StreetLite DF and WF buses because wiring and hoses in the engine bay may rub against bodywork and become damaged. This damage could prevent the cooling fan from working properly, potentially causing engine overheating or fire. Dealers will inspect the affected wiring and hoses and repair or reroute them as needed.

Recalling firm
WRIGHTBUS
Product
Vehicles: WRIGHTBUS STREETLITE DF AND WF. Units affected: 1,049
Reason
On Wrightbus StreetLite (Micro Hybrid) vehicles that are fitted with electric cooling pack fans it is possible the electrical looms (cooling pack fan harness power cable and body harness looms) and the compressor delivery line hose may chafe on bodywork within the engine bay. This may affect the cooling fan operation and could lead to engine overheating or in extreme cases an outbreak of fire. Remedy: On affected vehicles check condition and routing of affected looms. Where necessary repair and re-route looms according to manufacturer's instructions.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2018-03-14
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/296189b3-8ac0-4e9c-90c8-b01c168bcaab