Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #05V426000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V426000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 1,630 affected units, LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain freightliner custom chassis fs-65 school bus chassis and fb-65 shuttle bus chassis equipped with caterpillar c7 engines and revised cooling packages and manufactured between january 24, 2004, and june 15, 2005. the front hydraulic line may rub through on a radiator tube, possibly resulting in the loss of brake fluid to the front brakes.

Corrective Action

Freightliner and thomas built will notify its customers and will inspect and secure the brake line to provide more clearance free of charge. The recall began on january 20, 2006. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V426000

Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc

Report Received Date: 2005-09-20T00:00:00

Subject: Loss of brake fluid

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 1,630

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-455

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Certain freightliner custom chassis fs-65 school bus chassis and fb-65 shuttle bus chassis equipped with caterpillar c7 engines and revised cooling packages and manufactured between january 24, 2004, and june 15, 2005. the front hydraulic line may rub through on a radiator tube, possibly resulting in the loss of brake fluid to the front brakes.

Consequence Summary: The defect may cause the loss of front brakes, resulting in extended stopping distances and possibly a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Freightliner and thomas built will notify its customers and will inspect and secure the brake line to provide more clearance free of charge. The recall began on january 20, 2006. 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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NHTSA ID: 05V426000

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Created At: 1742808662

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