Recall 04V-284: 2000–2003 Freightliner MB-55

FREIGHTLINER LLC recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Jun 9, 2004, covering about 200 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-284
Report date
Jun 9, 2004
Vehicles affected
200
Owners notified
Dec 8, 2004

The problem

On certain shuttle bus chassis, due to the location of the 90 gallon fuel tank, a leak in a weld where the tank contacts the lower fuel tank support can occur.

The risk

Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

The fix

Dealers will replace these fuel tanks. Owner notification began on december 8, 2004. Owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Notes

Freightliner recall no. Fl-426.customers can 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 LLC
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number04V284000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Freightliner MB-552000, 2001, 2002, 2003All 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 04V-284?

On certain shuttle bus chassis, due to the location of the 90 gallon fuel tank, a leak in a weld where the tank contacts the lower fuel tank support can occur.

How is recall 04V-284 fixed?

Dealers will replace these fuel tanks. Owner notification began on december 8, 2004. Owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

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.