NHTSA Recall 02V087000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V087000; Date: Mar. 20, 2002
This could cause an electrical fire in the area of the plc filter without prior warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Freightliner Century; 2001 Freightliner FLD; 2001 Sterling Acterra; 2001 Western Star 4900; 2001 Western Star 5900; 2001 Western Star 6900
Component: Electrical System:wiring
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corporation
Affected Units:: 30,000
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks, a capacitor in the power line control (plc) filter could overheat and/or ignite when subjected to reverse polarity electrical spikes.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 20, 2002
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