Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #02V320000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V320000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 122 affected units, FREIGHTLINER/THOMAS BUILT/REAR AIR SUSPENSION, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain school and transit buses equipped with reyco rear axle air suspensions, deflated suspension air bags could create excessive driveline angles causing u-joint damage.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install axle stops to limit rear suspension travel and fastener torque will be checked on the suspension height control rod. Owner notification is expected to begin during february 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V320000

Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc

Report Received Date: 2002-12-02T00:00:00

Subject: Freightliner/thomas built/rear air suspension

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 122

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain school and transit buses equipped with reyco rear axle air suspensions, deflated suspension air bags could create excessive driveline angles causing u-joint damage.

Consequence Summary: The drive shaft could fall off of the bus. following vehicles could then run over this obstacle, increasing the risk of damage to the following vehicle.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install axle stops to limit rear suspension travel and fastener torque will be checked on the suspension height control rod. Owner notification is expected to begin during february 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-29a6-9y4d_ig7y

NHTSA ID: 02V320000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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