CarRecallWatchThe 1998 Freightliner FS-65 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (1 report).
1998 Freightliner FS-65 recalls
Most common 1998 Freightliner FS-65 problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
NORTH CAROLINA PUBLIC SCHOOL BUS LOCATED IN MECKLENBURG COUNTY WAS IN ROUTE WITH SIX CHILDREN AND A DRIVER WHEN THE DRIVER SMELLED SMOKE AND SAW THE SMOKE COMING FROM THE AREA BELOW THE STEERING COLUMN. THE DRIVER STOPPED THE BUS IN A SAFE AREA AND IMMEDIATELY STARTED EVACUATION PROCEDURES AND SUCCESSFULLY UNLOADED THE CHILDREN TO A SAFE PLACE. WITHIN APPROXIMATELY 5 TO 7 MINUTES AFTER EVACUATION FIRE WAS SEEN IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND PROCEEDED TO SPREAD THROUGH OUT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AREA AND THEN TO THE REAR OF THE BUS BODY. THE BUS WAS TOTALLY DESTROYED BY THE FIRE. INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION WAS CONDUCTED WITH PRELIMINARY INDICATION THAT FIRE ORIGINATED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1998 Freightliner FS-65 questions
Does the 1998 Freightliner FS-65 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1998 Freightliner FS-65: Fuel System, Diesel; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Vehicle Speed Control; Service Brakes, Air:Antilock. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Freightliner FS-65?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (1), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Freightliner FS-65 has been fixed?
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