2003 Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis recalls
There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 2003 Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis, covering 16,130 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
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
Questions about the 2003 Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis recalls
How do I check if my 2003 Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 2003 Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis have?
2, covering fuel system, diesel and steering.
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