NHTSA Recall 03V488000: Steering
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 130 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V488000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL419A |
| Component | STEERING |
| Report received | December 4, 2003 |
| Owner notification | January 27, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
The driver can possibly loose control of the vehicle if the tires contact the steering components while the bus is in motion.
Remedy
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.
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 03V488000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner FS-65 School Bus Chassis | 2003 |
| Freightliner Mb Shuttle Bus Chassis | 2003 |
| Freightliner Xc Motorhome Chassis | 2003 |
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.