The problem
Certain my 2004 through 2006 thomas built mvp-ef school buses manufactured between september 27, 2004, and september 10, 2006. The steering column floor seal forms a well around the column at the floor. Debris, such as loose fasteners, may get trapped in the seal well, potentially causing the steering to bind.
The risk
If the steering column should bind, vehicle steering may be restricted, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
The fix
Thomas built will notify owners and repair the seal with a new design free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on march 30, 2007. Owners may contact thomas built at 336-889-4871 or owners may contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.
Contacts
Freightliner recall no fl-482. 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.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Thomas Built Buses dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 06V422000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.