Recall 07V137000: 2000–2003 Thomas MVP ER

Report received

Mar 23, 2007

Manufacturer

Freightliner llc

Potentially affected

3,000vehicles

Model years

2000–2003

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

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.

Possible consequence

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

Remedy

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2000 Thomas MVP ER0 complaints
• 2001 Thomas MVP ER1 complaints
• 2002 Thomas MVP ER0 complaints
• 2003 Thomas MVP ER0 complaints