1999-2001 Thomas Conventional recall: wiring

Freightliner Corporation reported this safety recall on June 26, 2001. It covers about 16,165 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 16,165
reported: Jun 26, 2001
owners notified: Sep 14, 2001

Electrical system: wiring

What is wrong: Vehicle description: school buses. The main body power supply wire from the chassis can chafe on the chassis (cowl) sheet metal panel, causing arcing and could result in a fire.
Risk: If the bus catches on fire, possible injury or death to the vehicle occupants can occur.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with inspection and remedy procedures to be used in correcting this condition. Owner notification began september 14, 2001. 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 thomas built at 336‑889‑4871.

Recall number 01V214000

Affected vehicles

Thomas Conventional 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001

Questions about recall 01V214000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2001 Thomas Conventional wiring?

Yes. Recall 01V214000, reported on June 26, 2001, covers about 16,165 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V214000?

Owners will be provided with inspection and remedy procedures to be used in correcting this condition. Owner notification began september 14, 2001. 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 thomas built at 336‑889‑4871.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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