NHTSA Recall 05V426000: Service brakes, hydraulic
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,630 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Freightliner FB-65.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V426000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-455 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Report received | September 20, 2005 |
| Owner notification | January 20, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain freightliner custom chassis fs-65 school bus chassis and fb-65 shuttle bus chassis equipped with caterpillar c7 engines and revised cooling packages and manufactured between january 24, 2004, and june 15, 2005. The front hydraulic line may rub through on a radiator tube, possibly resulting in the loss of brake fluid to the front brakes.
Safety risk
The defect may cause the loss of front brakes, resulting in extended stopping distances and possibly a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Freightliner and thomas built will notify its customers and will inspect and secure the brake line to provide more clearance free of charge. The recall began on january 20, 2006. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Customers may 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 05V426000
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.