Defect Description For Recall
On Certain School Bus, Xc RV, And Shuttle Bus Chassis Manufactured Between February 1 And July 18, 2003, Incorrect Axle Steering Stop Bolts Were Installed On AAC Front Axles. It May Be Possible To Turn The Front Wheels In Either DireCTIon Until The Tires Contact Or Damage Other Steering Components.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
XC MOTORHOME CHASSIS
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
03V488000
Component Description
Steering
Effect Of Defect
The Driver Can Possibly Loose Control Of The Vehicle If The Tires Contact The Steering Components While The Bus Is In Motion.
Fix Defect
Freightliner Will Notify Its Customers And Repair The Buses Free Of Charge. Owner Notification Is Expected To Begin During December 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 503-745-5219.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
130
Date Owners Notified
20040127
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Date Report Received
20031204
Make Campaign Number
FL419A