Seat belt fray
Defect Summary
Certain my 1994 through 2002 thomas built minotour, fs-65, mvp-ef, er, and hdx-ef school buses manufactured between january 23, 1994, and april 15, 2002. the seat belt may chafe on the edge of a metal bracket and wear prematurely.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, possibly resulting in personal injury.
Corrective Action
Thomas built will notify owners and replace any chafed seat belts and replace or modify the retainer strip to prevent any further chafing. the recall began on february 8, 2008. owners may contact thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.
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FAQ: Recall 07V142000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 07V142000?
NHTSA recall 07V142000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on March 27, 2007. It addresses: Seat belt fray. The recall affects approximately 11,265 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 07V142000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-495. 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.