Recall 05V-467: 2005 Freightliner Argosy, 2005 Freightliner Business Class M2 and 4 more
FREIGHTLINER LLC recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Oct 5, 2005, covering about 1,100 vehicles.
The problem
Certain 2005 thomas built fs-65 and c-2 school buses and 2005 freightliner argosy, columbia, century st, and m2 business class trucks manufactured between june 4 and july 8, 2005. The spindles in the rear axle housing were overheated during the heat treatment process. Incorrectly heat treated spindles could result in a fracture of the spindle.
The risk
Incorrectly heat treated spindles could fracture, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
The fix
Freightliner will notify its customers and inspect for the heat treat date code on the end of the rear spindles and replace the axle housing if necessary. The recall is expected to begin on january 23, 2006. Owners may contact freightliner
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-460.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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FREIGHTLINER LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Rear › Axle › Spindle |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V467000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner Argosy | 2005 | All years |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2005 | All years |
| Freightliner Century ST | 2005 | All years |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2005 | All years |
| Thomas C2 | 2005 | All years |
| Thomas FS-65 | 2005 | 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 05V-467?
Certain 2005 thomas built fs-65 and c-2 school buses and 2005 freightliner argosy, columbia, century st, and m2 business class trucks manufactured between june 4 and july 8, 2005. The spindles in the rear axle housing were overheated during the heat treatment process. Incorrectly heat treated spindles could result in a fracture of the spindle.
How is recall 05V-467 fixed?
Freightliner will notify its customers and inspect for the heat treat date code on the end of the rear spindles and replace the axle housing if necessary. The recall is expected to begin on january 23, 2006. Owners may contact freightliner
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.