2005 Freightliner FS-65 recalls and problems

The 2005 Freightliner FS-65 has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Freightliner dealer.

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Complaints
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Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2005 Freightliner FS-65 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Freightliner FS-65 recalls

Recall 07V-394: Steering

Reported Aug 30, 2007 · 4,850 vehicles affected · FREIGHTLINER LLC

Problem: On certain school bus and motor home chassis, improper pinch bolt installation may result in decoupling of the steering shaft and a loss of steering.

Risk: Loss of steering may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and ensure that the steering shaft pinch bolts are properly installed. Improperly installed pinch bolts will be torqued to the correct specification. The recall began on october 16, 2007. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

2005 Freightliner FS-65 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Seats1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 140,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 Freightliner FS-65 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Seats · at 140,000 miles · reported Sep 29, 2015
Syntech seat backs are made too thin. 23 out of 26 of the seats on this school bus are broken. These seat backs are spot welded to a tubular frame and the thin sheet metal seat back cracks and separates from the frame. In the state of michigan the state school bus inspector will red tag this bus because of this defect.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Freightliner FS-65 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Freightliner FS-65: 07V-394 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Freightliner FS-65?

Owners report seats problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 140,000 miles.

Are Freightliner recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Freightliner dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.