Recall 07V-137: 2000–2003 Thomas HDX, 2000–2003 Thomas MVP ER

FREIGHTLINER LLC recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Mar 23, 2007, covering about 3,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
07V-137
Report date
Mar 23, 2007
Vehicles affected
3,000
Owners notified
Feb 29, 2008

The problem

Certain my 2000 through 2003 thomas built hdx and mvp-er school buses manufactured between april 23, 2000, and november 14, 2003. The service air brake pedal, for both non-adjustable and adjustable brake pedals, may contact the front structure on the bus, limiting the maximum brake force available.

The risk

Insufficient air brake pressure may cause extended stopping distances without prior warning, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

The fix

Thomas built will notify owners and repair the affected buses free of charge. The recall began on september 14, 2007. Owners can contact thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.

Notes

Freightliner recall no. Fl-493.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

ManufacturerFREIGHTLINER LLC
ComponentService Brakes, Air
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number07V137000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Thomas HDX2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Thomas MVP ER2000, 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 07V-137?

Certain my 2000 through 2003 thomas built hdx and mvp-er school buses manufactured between april 23, 2000, and november 14, 2003. The service air brake pedal, for both non-adjustable and adjustable brake pedals, may contact the front structure on the bus, limiting the maximum brake force available.

How is recall 07V-137 fixed?

Thomas built will notify owners and repair the affected buses free of charge. The recall began on september 14, 2007. Owners can contact thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 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.