NHTSA Recall 03V162000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V162000; Date: May. 1, 2003
This could cause the stop lights to illuminate continually and not allow other drivers to see when the brakes are being applied which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Freightliner Business Class M2
Component: Air Brake
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corporation
Affected Units:: 1,400
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks with air brakes, the air management unit introduced with m2 trucks includes a pressure switch assembly (psa) module for the low air pressure indicator and stop lamp control functions. The psa module cover allows water ingression that could cause the stop lamp switch to short "on. " the stop lamp short can be intermittent or with the key off.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the pressure wswitch a module and electrical connectors and replace if necessary. Owner notification began on August 15, 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.
Recall Notes:
Freightliner recall no. Fl-409. Customers can 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: Aug 15, 2003
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