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2004-2006 Thomas Built Buses MVP-Ef recall: column

Freightliner LLC reported this safety recall on November 3, 2006. It covers about 2,650 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,650
reported
Nov 3, 2006
owners notified
Jun 25, 2007

Steering: column

What is wrong
Certain my 2004 through 2006 thomas built mvp-ef school buses manufactured between september 27, 2004, and september 10, 2006. The steering column floor seal forms a well around the column at the floor. Debris, such as loose fasteners, may get trapped in the seal well, potentially causing the steering to bind.
Risk
If the steering column should bind, vehicle steering may be restricted, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Thomas built will notify owners and repair the seal with a new design free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on march 30, 2007. Owners may contact thomas built at 336‑889‑4871 or owners may contact freightliner at 800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 06V422000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 06V422000

Is there a recall on the 2004-2006 Thomas Built Buses MVP-Ef column?

Yes. Recall 06V422000, reported on November 3, 2006, covers about 2,650 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V422000?

Thomas built will notify owners and repair the seal with a new design free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on march 30, 2007. Owners may contact thomas built at 336‑889‑4871 or owners may contact freightliner at 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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