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2003 Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis, Freightliner MB Shuttle Bus Chassis and others recall: steering

Freightliner LLC reported this safety recall on December 4, 2003. It covers about 130 vehicles.

vehicles affected
130
reported
Dec 4, 2003
owners notified
Jan 27, 2004

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 03V488000

Is there a recall on the 2003 Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis, Freightliner MB Shuttle Bus Chassis and others steering?

Yes. Recall 03V488000, reported on December 4, 2003, covers about 130 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V488000?

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.

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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