NHTSA recall 04V343000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Freightliner FS-65
Reported Jul 12, 20043,200 vehicles affectedFREIGHTLINER LLCMaker’s number FL-421Built Sep 20, 1996 – Jun 28, 2002
The defect
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.
The risk
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking effectiveness and increase the stopping distance, which could result in a crash.
The remedy
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.