1999-2002 Freightliner MB-45 and Freightliner MB-55 recall: caliper

Freightliner LLC reported this safety recall on June 9, 2004. It covers about 300 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 300
reported: Jun 9, 2004
owners notified: Nov 19, 2004

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliper

What is wrong: On certain shuttle bus chassis, the brake assemblies exhibit elevated temperatures that can lead to catastrophic deterioration of the wheel end components such as bearings, races, spindles, knuckles, seals, hubs, rotors, patch bolts, calipers, brake pads, and ABS sensors.
Risk: This could result in loss of control, and/or the potential for a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, repair and replace according to the procedure developed by bosch. Owner notification began on november 19, 2004. Owners should contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 04V271000

Affected vehicles

Freightliner MB-45 1999-2002 1999 2000 2001 2002
Freightliner MB-55 1999-2002 1999 2000 2001 2002

Questions about recall 04V271000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2002 Freightliner MB-45 and Freightliner MB-55 caliper?

Yes. Recall 04V271000, reported on June 9, 2004, covers about 300 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V271000?

Dealers will inspect, repair and replace according to the procedure developed by bosch. Owner notification began on november 19, 2004. Owners 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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