1996 FREIGHTLINER FS-65 Recalls (2)

Campaign:

02V248000 on 09/16/2002

Component:

Vehicle speed control

Manufactured:

10/02/1996 - 12/29/1997

Affected:

818

Defect:

On certain school bus chassis with cummins isb engines with mechanical throttle, the throttle cable can vibrate excessively and break near the end fitting that attaches to the engine linkage.

Consequence:

This can result in a loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Correction:

Dealers will remove and replace the throttle cable with a new design. owner notification began on february 17, 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.

Notes:

Freightliner recall no. fl-398. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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Campaign:

04V343000 on 07/11/2004

Component:

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Manufactured:

09/19/1996 - 06/27/2002

Affected:

3,200

Defect:

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:

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

Correction:

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.

Notes:

Freightliner recall no. fl-421.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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