1996 Freightliner FS-65 recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns naming the 1996 Freightliner FS-65. Last verified Jul 30, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
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- Jul 12, 2004Crash risk1996–2002 Freightliner FS-65 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
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.
04V343000 · 3K units · FREIGHTLINER LLC
- Sep 16, 2002Crash risk1996–1998 Freightliner FS-65 — Vehicle Speed Control
ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUS CHASSIS WITH CUMMINS ISB ENGINES WITH MECHANICAL THROTTLE, THE THROTTLE CABLE CAN VIBRATE EXCESSIVELY AND BREAK NEAR THE END FITTING THAT ATTACHES TO THE ENGINE LINKAGE.
02V248000 · 818 units · FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION