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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 02V321001📅 Dec 9, 2002

2002 Freightliner Century & 2002 Freightliner Columbia recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain trucks equipped with manifold dash valves with push to connect fittings used to control the park brake function on trucks and trailers with air brakes, the park knob CAN pop out unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion. This will exhaust the air from the park brake system on the trailer and apply the parking brakes.

💥 The risk

If this condition is not noticed, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

🔧 The fix

Haldex will notify its customers to make arrangements to have the valve inspected and, if necessary, replaced free of charge. Owner notification is expected to begin during january 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact haldex brake systems at 816-801-2641 or freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
02V321001
Manufacturer recall #
FL403
Manufacturer
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
427
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Owner phone
1-816-801-2641
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 21, 2003
Built
May 2, 2002 – Sep 21, 2002
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Also, customers CAN contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 02V321001 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 02V321001?

2002 Freightliner Century & 2002 Freightliner Columbia. 427 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Freightliner dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-816-801-2641.