2004 Thomas FS-65 recalls
There is 1 safety recall on record for the 2004 Thomas FS-65, covering 1,630 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
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Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Certain freightliner custom chassis fs-65 school bus chassis and fb-65 shuttle bus chassis equipped with caterpillar c7 engines and revised cooling packages and manufactured between january 24, 2004, and june 15, 2005. The front hydraulic line may rub through on a radiator tube, possibly resulting in the loss of brake fluid to the front brakes.
- Risk
- The defect may cause the loss of front brakes, resulting in extended stopping distances and possibly a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Freightliner and thomas built will notify its customers and will inspect and secure the brake line to provide more clearance free of charge. The recall began on january 20, 2006. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 05V426000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2004 Thomas FS-65 recalls
How do I check if my 2004 Thomas FS-65 has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 2004 Thomas FS-65 have?
1, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
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