NHTSA Recall 02V320000: Air suspension system (suspension)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 122 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner ER.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V320000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › SPRINGS › AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM |
| Report received | December 2, 2002 |
| Owner notification | February 28, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain school and transit buses equipped with reyco rear axle air suspensions, deflated suspension air bags could create excessive driveline angles causing u-joint damage.
Safety risk
The drive shaft could fall off of the bus. Following vehicles could then run over this obstacle, increasing the risk of damage to the following vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will install axle stops to limit rear suspension travel and fastener torque will be checked on the suspension height control rod. Owner notification is expected to begin during february 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 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V320000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner ER | 2001, 2002 |
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HD | 2002 |
| Thomas Built Buses Transit Liner ER | 2002 |
| Thomas Built Buses Transit Liner Mvp-Er | 2001, 2002 |
| Thomas Saf-T-Liner HD | 2001 |
| Thomas Transit Liner ER | 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.