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1996-1998 Freightliner FS-65 recall: vehicle speed control

Freightliner Corporation reported this safety recall on September 16, 2002. It covers about 818 vehicles.

vehicles affected
818
reported
Sep 16, 2002
owners notified
Feb 17, 2003

Vehicle speed control

What is wrong
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.
Risk
This can result in a loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 02V248000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 02V248000

Is there a recall on the 1996-1998 Freightliner FS-65 vehicle speed control?

Yes. Recall 02V248000, reported on September 16, 2002, covers about 818 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 02V248000?

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.

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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