Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
FS-65
Year
1998
Recall Campaign Number
04V343000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
A Brake Fluid Leak Can Reduce Braking EffeCTIveness And Increase The Stopping Distance, Which Could Result In A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Start Of Manufacture
19960920
End Of Manufacture
20020628
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3200
Date Owners Notified
20040810
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Date Report Received
20040712
Make Campaign Number
FL-421