Recall 02V321001: 2002 Freightliner Columbia and 1 other model

Report received

Dec 2, 2002

Manufacturer

Freightliner corporation

Potentially affected

427vehicles

Model years

2002

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Possible consequence

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

Remedy

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2002 Freightliner Century0 complaints
• 2002 Freightliner Columbia2 complaints