Recall 05V-469: 2004–2005 FCCC XB-R, 2005–2006 FCCC XC and 13 more
FREIGHTLINER LLC recall for fuel system, other, reported to NHTSA on Oct 5, 2005, covering about 8,310 vehicles.
The problem
Certain 2004 and 2005 freightliner van, motor home, shuttle bus, and school bus chassis manufactured between january 2004 and may 2005. Erratic voltage supply to the fuel lift pump causes premature wear of the pump. This premature wear could result in fuel lift pump failure and in some cases may cause an engine stall condition.
The risk
Should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur.
The fix
Cummins will notify the owners of the freightliner and thomas built vehicles and will repair the engines by emc recalibration and replacement of the fuel lift pump at no charge to the customer. Owners may contact cummins assistance center 1-800-diesels (1-800-343-7357) or freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-463.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 | Fuel System, Other › Delivery › Fuel Pump |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V469000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| FCCC XB-R | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| FCCC XC | 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Freightliner Cargo | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Freightliner MB55 | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Freightliner MC | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Freightliner MT-45 | 2005 | All years |
| Freightliner MT-55 | 2005 | All years |
| Freightliner MT45 | 2004 | All years |
| Freightliner MT55 | 2004 | All years |
| Freightliner XB | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Freightliner XB-S | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Freightliner XC-R | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Freightliner XC-S | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Sterling Cargo | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Thomas MVP EF | 2004, 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-469?
Certain 2004 and 2005 freightliner van, motor home, shuttle bus, and school bus chassis manufactured between january 2004 and may 2005. Erratic voltage supply to the fuel lift pump causes premature wear of the pump. This premature wear could result in fuel lift pump failure and in some cases may cause an engine stall condition.
How is recall 05V-469 fixed?
Cummins will notify the owners of the freightliner and thomas built vehicles and will repair the engines by emc recalibration and replacement of the fuel lift pump at no charge to the customer. Owners may contact cummins assistance center 1-800-diesels (1-800-343-7357) or 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.