Recall 01V-028: 2000 Sterling Acterra

FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION recall for interior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Feb 5, 2001, covering about 2,700 vehicles.

NHTSA number
01V-028
Report date
Feb 5, 2001
Vehicles affected
2,700
Owners notified
May 29, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. Incorrect wiring of the instrument lighting dimmer switch can cause it to fail.

The risk

This can result in a loss of the instrument cluster lighting.

The fix

Dealers will correct the wiring for the instrument lighting dimmer switch. Owner notification began may 29, 2001. 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.

Notes

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
ComponentInterior Lighting
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number01V028000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Sterling Acterra2000All 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 01V-028?

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. Incorrect wiring of the instrument lighting dimmer switch can cause it to fail.

How is recall 01V-028 fixed?

Dealers will correct the wiring for the instrument lighting dimmer switch. Owner notification began may 29, 2001. 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.

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.