Tl* the contact owns a 2003 freightliner fs-65 school bus. The contact stated that while having a state inspection the inspector found cracks on the cross member in front of the rear axle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that the cross member needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 190,014. Updated 04/30/13*lj the consumer stated the repairs were $ 1,180.02. Updated 05/06/13
The worst 2003 Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis problems
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Recalls 2
Fuel system, diesel
- What is wrong
- Certain 1998-2003 my freightliner fs-65 school bus chassis and mb-45, mb-55, and xb shuttle bus chassis, and thomas built bus: mvp-er and mvp-ef school bus and non-school bus models equipped with cummins isb diesel engines and equipped with federal-mogal 12 and 24 volt fuel lift pumps. The fuel pump could fail to transfer fuel appropriately creating an engine stall condition.
- Risk
- Should the engine stall while the vehicle is in use, a possible vehicle crash could occur.
- Remedy
- Cummins will notify the customers of freightliner and thomas built and replace the fuel lift pump free of charge. Owners may contact cummins at 1-800-diesels.
Recall number 05V205000 · Recall details
Steering
- What is wrong
- On certain school bus, xc rv, and shuttle bus chassis manufactured between february 1 and july 18, 2003, incorrect axle steering stop bolts were installed on aac front axles. It may be possible to turn the front wheels in either direction until the tires contact or damage other steering components.
- Risk
- The driver can possibly loose control of the vehicle if the tires contact the steering components while the bus is in motion.
- Remedy
- Freightliner will notify its customers and repair the buses free of charge. Owner notification is expected to begin during december 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 503‑745‑5219.
Recall number 03V488000 · Recall details
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Questions about the 2003 Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis
Is the 2003 Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis, close to a typical FS-65 School Bus Chassis model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2003 Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis have?
2 recalls, covering fuel system, diesel and steering.
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