Recall 00V-232: 1997–2000 Freightliner Argosy, 1997–2000 Freightliner Business Class and 10 more
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Aug 7, 2000, covering about 35,405 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks and school bus chassis built with bendix air ABS with an ec-17 1030r electronic control unit (Ecu), there have been reports of unwanted ABS activation at low speeds caused by 1) chafed ABS wheel speed sensor wires on rotating parts or 2) a damaged component at the wheel end that generates a certain type of erratic sensor signal.
The risk
This condition could cause the ABS ECU to exhaust the air at the air brake modulators for one or more of the wheels. This could result in extended braking distances and a possible crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the ABS ECU.
Notes
Owner notification began august 29, 2000, to school buses and emergency vehicle customers. Owners of the remaining population were sent letters on september 9, 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
| Manufacturer | FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Antilock |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V232002 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner Argosy | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Freightliner Business Class | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Freightliner Century | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Freightliner Columbia | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Freightliner FLD | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Freightliner FLS 112 | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Freightliner FS-65 | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Freightliner Sterling | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Sterling Acterra | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Thomas ER Transit | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Thomas MVP EF | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Thomas MVP ER | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All 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-232?
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks and school bus chassis built with bendix air ABS with an ec-17 1030r electronic control unit (Ecu), there have been reports of unwanted ABS activation at low speeds caused by 1) chafed ABS wheel speed sensor wires on rotating parts or 2) a damaged component at the wheel end that generates a certain type of erratic sensor signal.
How is recall 00V-232 fixed?
Dealers will replace the ABS ECU.
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.