Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #07V002000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V002000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 1,441 affected units, FRONT BUMPER MOUNTED SWING-OUT CROSS ARM, component: OTHER, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain thomas built 2006 and 2007 c2 school buses manufactured between december 21, 2005, and september 4, 2006. the inlet air fitting welded to the base plate was manufactured inconsistently, possibly allowing the fitting to separate. separation of the inlet fitting will prevent the actuating air from powering the crossing arm and may not deploy.

Corrective Action

Thomas built will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. the recall began on january 28, 2007. owners may call thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V002000
Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc
Report Received Date: 2007-01-04T00:00:00
Subject: Front bumper mounted swing-out cross arm
Component: Other
Potentially Affected Units: 1,441

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-488
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Certain thomas built 2006 and 2007 c2 school buses manufactured between december 21, 2005, and september 4, 2006. the inlet air fitting welded to the base plate was manufactured inconsistently, possibly allowing the fitting to separate. separation of the inlet fitting will prevent the actuating air from powering the crossing arm and may not deploy.
Consequence Summary: A non-deploying crossing arm allows some student passengers to not be visible to the driver as they cross in front of the bus during pick-up or discharge, present a risk to them.
Corrective Action: Thomas built will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. the recall began on january 28, 2007. owners may call thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-awrz~hia6-3j6j
NHTSA ID: 07V002000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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