Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #04V343000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V343000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 3,200 affected units, FREIGHTLINER/WORN FRONT BRAKE LINE, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain school buses chassis equipped with caterpillar engines and hydraulic brakes. a braided ground strap for the starter may rub on a steel chassis brake line potentially causing a fluid leak.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the brake line and replace it, if necessary. the braided ground strap will be replaced with an insulated cable. the recall began on august 10, 2004. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V343000

Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc

Report Received Date: 2004-07-12T00:00:00

Subject: Freightliner/worn front brake line

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 3,200

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-421

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain school buses chassis equipped with caterpillar engines and hydraulic brakes. a braided ground strap for the starter may rub on a steel chassis brake line potentially causing a fluid leak.

Consequence Summary: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking effectiveness and increase the stopping distance, which could result in a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the brake line and replace it, if necessary. the braided ground strap will be replaced with an insulated cable. the recall began on august 10, 2004. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-5uvx_83sw~rp5x

NHTSA ID: 04V343000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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