Loss of steering control
Defect Summary
Certain my 2004 and 2005 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured between july 2004 and august 26, 2005. the upper steering shaft pinch bolt may not be correctly tightened, resulting in the possible loss of the bolt, allowing joint separation and loss of steering.
Safety Consequence
Sudden loss of steering without warning could result in a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
All thomas built and freightliner dealers and direct warranty customers were called on august 26, 2005, and notified not to drive these buses until they have been inspected. the remedy procedure calls for the inspection of the steering pinch bolts for the presence of torque seal. bolts without torque seal will be tightened to factory specifications and torque seal added. follow up notification by mail began august 27, 2005. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
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FAQ: Recall 05V387000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V387000?
NHTSA recall 05V387000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on September 6, 2005. It addresses: Loss of steering control. The recall affects approximately 1,840 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V387000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-457. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.