NHTSA Campaign Id 04V220000; Date: May. 6, 2004
Depending on the function affected, this could result in rear suspension air pressure loss, malfunction of the engine brake, permanent engagement of the rear axle differential lock, or prevent engagement of the fifth wheel slide lock. If the warning indicators in the dash are not heeded, a crash could occur.
2004 Freightliner Business Class M2
Component: Service Brakes, Air:supply:check Valve
Manufactured by: Freightliner Llc
Affected Units:: 1,700
On certain trucks, incorrect springs were installed in the exhaust port of certain air management unit (amu) solenoid valves and they may not turn off after actuation.
Dealers will replace the affected valves. The recall began June 29, 2004. Owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Freightliner recall no. Fl-423. 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: Jun 29, 2004
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