Recall 04V343000: 1996–2002 Freightliner FS-65
- Report received
- Jul 12, 2004
- Manufacturer
- Freightliner llc
- Potentially affected
- 3,200vehicles
- Model years
- 1996–2002
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
On certain school buses chassis equipped with caterpillar engines and hydraulic brakes. A braided ground strap for the starter may rub on a steel chassis brake line potentially causing a fluid leak.
Possible consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking effectiveness and increase the stopping distance, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the brake line and replace it, if necessary. The braided ground strap will be replaced with an insulated cable. The recall began on august 10, 2004. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1996 Freightliner FS-650 complaints
- 1997 Freightliner FS-650 complaints
- 1998 Freightliner FS-651 complaints
- 1999 Freightliner FS-652 complaints
- 2000 Freightliner FS-6512 complaints
- 2001 Freightliner FS-6512 complaints
- 2002 Freightliner FS-655 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.