NHTSA Recall 05V137000: Tie rod assembly (steering)
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,819 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Thomas HD.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V137000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-441 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 1, 2005 |
| Owner notification | September 6, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain 2001-2004 my thomas built mvp-ef, er transit, mvp-er, hd, and hdx school buses manufactured between september 24, 2000, and march 4, 2004. The tie rod assembly can fracture and fail, possibly resulting in complete separation.
Safety risk
Tie rod failure can possibly result in complete wheel separation and a vehicle crash could occur.
Remedy
Thomas built will notify its customers and will replace the tie rod assembly free of charge. The recall began september 6, 2005. Owners may contact thomas built at (we do not yet have a telephone number).
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V137000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas HD | 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Thomas Hdx | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Thomas Mvp EF | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Thomas Mvp ER | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
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.