NHTSA Recall 02V320000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V320000; Date: Dec. 2, 2002
The drive shaft could fall off of the bus. Following vehicles could then run over this obstacle, increasing the risk of damage to the following vehicle.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Thomas Saf-t-liner Hd; 2001 Thomas Transit Liner Er; 2001 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Er; 2002 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Er; 2002 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hd; 2002 Thomas Built Buses Transit Liner Er; 2001 Thomas Built Buses Transit Liner Mvp-er; 2002 Thomas Built Buses Transit Liner Mvp-er
Component: Suspension:rear:springs:air Suspension System
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corporation
Affected Units:: 122
Recall Summary:
On certain school and transit buses equipped with reyco rear axle air suspensions, deflated suspension air bags could create excessive driveline angles causing u-joint damage.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install axle stops to limit rear suspension travel and fastener torque will be checked on the suspension height control rod. Owner notification is expected to begin during February 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 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes:
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 28, 2003
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