NHTSA Recall 04V271000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V271000; Date: Jun. 9, 2004
This could result in loss of control, and/or the potential for a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Freightliner Mb-45; 2000 Freightliner Mb-45; 2001 Freightliner Mb-45; 2002 Freightliner Mb-45; 1999 Freightliner Mb-55; 2000 Freightliner Mb-55; 2001 Freightliner Mb-55; 2002 Freightliner Mb-55
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
Manufactured by: Freightliner Llc
Affected Units:: 300
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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 Notes:
Freightliner recall no. Fl-428. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 19, 2004
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