Recall 00V-082: 1998–2000 Freightliner Argosy

FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Mar 17, 2000, covering about 1,073 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-082
Report date
Mar 17, 2000
Vehicles affected
1,073
Owners notified
Jun 30, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with certain 12 volt power outlets. An unplugged hole in the floorboard can allow road salts and moisture into an area where a 12 volt power outlet is mounted.

The risk

A short between the outlet terminals could develop causing an electrical fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect all vehicles to determine if a floorboard plug was installed. On vehicles found without a plug, a new outlet and plug will be installed.

Notes

Owner notification began june 30, 2000.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.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerFREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V082000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Freightliner Argosy1998, 1999, 2000All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-082?

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with certain 12 volt power outlets. An unplugged hole in the floorboard can allow road salts and moisture into an area where a 12 volt power outlet is mounted.

How is recall 00V-082 fixed?

Dealers will inspect all vehicles to determine if a floorboard plug was installed. On vehicles found without a plug, a new outlet and plug will be installed.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.