Freightliner Fln 2002

Model Fln made in 2002 by Freightliner got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, power train.

Model 2002

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
02V318002FREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONfrom 07/16/2002 to 11/14/2002V (Vehicle)2616MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC12/03/200212/09/2002
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks equipped with caterpillar 3126e hydraulically controlled electronically actuated unit injected diesel engines with high efficiency pumps (hep8), the pump components may experience a high pressure seal failure which can result in a short period of rough running and subsequent engine stall due to a loss of injection actuation pressure.
Consequence SummaryFreightliner recall no. fl404. once engine stall occurs, the engine cannot be restarted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryCaterpillar is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. dealers will inspect the pump serial numbers and replace the pump if necessary. 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 caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesAlso, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
08V137000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 01/26/2000 to 03/24/2008V (Vehicle)2876401/08/2009ODIFREIGHTLINER LLC03/25/200803/25/2008
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks is recalling 28,764 my 2001 through 2008 fccc b2 and fs65 school bus chassis, fccc fb65 conventional buses, and sterling acterra, freightliner fln, and business class m2 heavy trucks, built from january 26, 2000, through march 24, 2008, manufactured with arvinmeritor or axle alliance company 6,000 through 8,000 pound front axles utilizing a four piece spindle-nut set. these axle assemblies may have been produced with a thin spindle nut which may lead to incorrect end play, cone spin, excessive heat, degradation of lubrication, wear of the spindle nut and bearing journal, oil contamination with metal shavings, and premature bearing failure.
Consequence SummaryContinued operation may lead to wheel separation and possibly a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDaimler trucks will notify owners and will repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall began on january 8, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDaimler trucks recall no. fl-527.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE
02V336000FREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONfrom 12/14/2000 to 12/04/2002V (Vehicle)14501/30/2003MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC12/13/200212/20/2002
Defect SummaryOn certain heavy trucks, the cast output yoke on the mercedes-benz transmissions could fracture on vehicle with 1610 or 16t series drivelines.
Consequence SummaryIf pieces of the yoke separate, the debris can represent a potential hzard to people outside the vheicle and to other passing vehicles.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the cast transmission output yoke with a forged part. owner notification began on january 30, 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 freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesFreightliner recall no. fl-405. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration