NHTSA recall 07V137000
Service brakes, air
Thomas Hdx and 1 more
Reported Mar 23, 20073,000 vehicles affectedFREIGHTLINER LLCMaker’s number FL-493Built Apr 23, 2000 – Nov 14, 2003
The defect
Certain my 2000 through 2003 thomas built hdx and mvp-er school buses manufactured between april 23, 2000, and november 14, 2003. the service air brake pedal, for both non-adjustable and adjustable brake pedals, may contact the front structure on the bus, limiting the maximum brake force available.
The risk
Insufficient air brake pressure may cause extended stopping distances without prior warning, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
The remedy
Thomas built will notify owners and repair the affected buses free of charge. the recall began on september 14, 2007. Owners can contact thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.