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1998-2003 Thomas MVP Ef and Thomas Built Buses MVP-Ef recall: alternator/generator/regulator

Freightliner Corporation reported this safety recall on June 2, 2003. It covers about 461 vehicles.

vehicles affected
461
reported
Jun 2, 2003
owners notified
Jul 28, 2003

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator

What is wrong
On certain thomas school buses, the alternator cable can pinch between the air conditioning compressor and engine block.
Risk
This can result in damage to wire insulation and potentially cause a short circuit.
Remedy
Dealers will re-route the cable. Owner notification began july 28, 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/thomas built at

Recall number 03V205000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 03V205000

Is there a recall on the 1998-2003 Thomas MVP Ef and Thomas Built Buses MVP-Ef alternator/generator/regulator?

Yes. Recall 03V205000, reported on June 2, 2003, covers about 461 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V205000?

Dealers will re-route the cable. Owner notification began july 28, 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/thomas built at

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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