Recall 01V-111: 2000 Thomas Transit Liner ER, 1999 Thomas Built Buses Transit Liner ER
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Jul 16, 2001, covering about 194 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: transit and shuttle buses equipped with cummins isc and isl diesel engines. The internal front bushing can spin, causing damage to the air compressor, and possibly to the spindle drive at the rear face of the air compressor which is used to provide power to the vehicle hydraulic pump. Failure of the air compressor's spindle drive could lead to loss of power assist if the hydraulic pump ceases to operate.
The risk
Without power assist, the vehicle becomes very difficult to turn and could possibly result in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Cummins is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will replace the air compressor. 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 commins at 1-800-343-7357 or thomas built at 1-336-841-5924.
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
| Manufacturer | FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Compressor |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V111004 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Transit Liner ER | 2000 | All years |
| Thomas Built Buses Transit Liner ER | 1999 | All 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-111?
Vehicle description: transit and shuttle buses equipped with cummins isc and isl diesel engines. The internal front bushing can spin, causing damage to the air compressor, and possibly to the spindle drive at the rear face of the air compressor which is used to provide power to the vehicle hydraulic pump. Failure of the air compressor's spindle drive could lead to loss of power assist if the hydraulic pump ceases to operate.
How is recall 01V-111 fixed?
Cummins is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will replace the air compressor. 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 commins at 1-800-343-7357 or thomas built at 1-336-841-5924.
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.