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Recall 01V-105: 2000–2001 Thomas ER Transit, 2000–2001 Thomas MVP ER

FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Mar 27, 2001, covering about 153 vehicles.

NHTSA number
01V-105
Report date
Mar 27, 2001
Vehicles affected
153
Owners notified
Jul 27, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: certain school buses fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems." these vehicles do not comply due to the low air warning system detecting pressure in only one reservoir system and not both as required.

The risk

This does not meet the standard.

The fix

Dealers will correct the low air pressure switch wiring. Owner notification began july 27, 2001. Owner notification is expected to begin 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 thomas built at 336-881-7219.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerFREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
ComponentService Brakes, Air › Supply › Low Pressure Warning › Switch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number01V105000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Thomas ER Transit2000, 2001All years
Thomas MVP ER2000, 2001All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 01V-105?

Vehicle description: certain school buses fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems." these vehicles do not comply due to the low air warning system detecting pressure in only one reservoir system and not both as required.

How is recall 01V-105 fixed?

Dealers will correct the low air pressure switch wiring. Owner notification began july 27, 2001. Owner notification is expected to begin 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 thomas built at 336-881-7219.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.