NHTSA recall 02V087000
Electrical system › Wiring
Freightliner Century and 5 more
Reported Mar 20, 200230,000 vehicles affectedFREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONMaker’s number FL-393Built Jan 8, 2001 – Jan 31, 2002
The defect
On certain trucks, a capacitor in the power line control (plc) filter could overheat and/or ignite when subjected to reverse polarity electrical spikes.
The risk
This could cause an electrical fire in the area of the plc filter without prior warning.
The remedy
Dealers will disconnect and secure the plc filter ground wire. owner notification began september 20, 2002. 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 freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.