NHTSA Recall 04V343000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V343000; Date: Jul. 12, 2004
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking effectiveness and increase the stopping distance, which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Freightliner Fs-65; 1997 Freightliner Fs-65; 1998 Freightliner Fs-65; 1999 Freightliner Fs-65; 2000 Freightliner Fs-65; 2001 Freightliner Fs-65; 2002 Freightliner Fs-65
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Freightliner Llc
Affected Units:: 3,200
Recall Summary:
On certain school buses chassis equipped with caterpillar engines and hydraulic brakes. A braided ground strap for the starter may rub on a steel chassis brake line potentially causing a fluid leak.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the brake line and replace it, if necessary. The braided ground strap will be replaced with an insulated cable. The recall began on August 10, 2004. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes:
Freightliner recall no. Fl-421. 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: Aug 10, 2004
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