Recall 00V-131: 2000 Freightliner Century
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on May 30, 2000, covering about 1,700 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with eaton autoshift gen II transmission assemblies. Due to a software problem in the transmission assemblies, the transmission will select the wrong gear.
The risk
If an inappropriate gear is selected without the driver's knowledge, the vehicle will react differently than expected, possibly resulting in injury or crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the autoshift transmissions.
Notes
Owner notification began october 1, 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 or eaton at 1-888-880-0970. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Automatic Transmission |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V131004 |
Vehicles in this recall
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-131?
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with eaton autoshift gen II transmission assemblies. Due to a software problem in the transmission assemblies, the transmission will select the wrong gear.
How is recall 00V-131 fixed?
Dealers will replace the autoshift transmissions.
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.