Recall 09V114000: Daimler trucks north america

Report received

Apr 8, 2009

Manufacturer

Daimler trucks north america

Potentially affected

633vehicles

Model years

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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

Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling 633 my 2005 through 2008 fs65 and fb65 school and transit buses manufactured from april 12, 2004 through september 18, 2006, equipped with mbe906 engines and allison automatic transmissions. Certain hydraulic brake lines may contact the transmission dipstick tube as the engine rocks.

Possible consequence

Continued contact between the brake line and the dipstick tube could abraid the brake line, cause a leak and loss of brake fluid, and reduce brake performance, potentially resulting in a crash without warning.

Remedy

Dtna will notify owners and perform repairs free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about june 5, 2009. Owners may contact dtna toll free at 1-800-547-0712.