2001-2002 Thomas Saf-T-Liner HD, Thomas Transit Liner Er and others recall: air suspension system

Freightliner Corporation reported this safety recall on December 2, 2002. It covers about 122 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 122
reported: Dec 2, 2002
owners notified: Feb 28, 2003

Suspension: rear: springs: air suspension system

What is wrong: On certain school and transit buses equipped with reyco rear axle air suspensions, deflated suspension air bags could create excessive driveline angles causing u-joint damage.
Risk: The drive shaft could fall off of the bus. Following vehicles could then run over this obstacle, increasing the risk of damage to the following vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will install axle stops to limit rear suspension travel and fastener torque will be checked on the suspension height control rod. Owner notification is expected to begin during february 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 02V320000

Affected vehicles

Thomas Saf-T-Liner HD 2001 2001
Thomas Transit Liner Er 2001 2001
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Er 2001-2002 2001 2002
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HD 2002 2002
Thomas Built Buses Transit Liner Er 2002 2002
Thomas Built Buses Transit Liner MVP-Er 2001-2002 2001 2002

Questions about recall 02V320000

Is there a recall on the 2001-2002 Thomas Saf-T-Liner HD, Thomas Transit Liner Er and others air suspension system?

Yes. Recall 02V320000, reported on December 2, 2002, covers about 122 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 02V320000?

Dealers will install axle stops to limit rear suspension travel and fastener torque will be checked on the suspension height control rod. Owner notification is expected to begin during february 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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