NHTSA recall 02V280000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Freightliner Business Class
Reported Oct 17, 200253 vehicles affectedFREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONMaker’s number FL-400Built Jul 1, 2001 – Sep 15, 2002
The defect
On certain crew cab trucks equipped with hydraulic brakes, the hydraulic brake lines from the chassis mounted anti-lock brake system (ABS) modulator valve can be damaged by interference with the cab mounted auxiliary heater duct.
The risk
This could result in extended braking distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the brake lines. owner notification began on december 26, 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.