Recall 02V-337: 2002 Freightliner Business Class, 2002 Freightliner Conventional and 3 more
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Dec 17, 2002, covering about 733 vehicles.
The problem
On certain truck-tractor model vehicles equipped with conmet simplex stationary or sliding fifth-wheel, the clinch pins that retain the fifth-wheel pivot pins may not be fully installed.
The risk
The fifth wheel could separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the fifth wheel to verify the correct installation of the clinch pin and pivot pin. Missing pins will be replaced. Owner notification began november 15, 2002. 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
Freightliner recall no. Fl-399. Customers can 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 | Trailer Hitches › Fifth Wheel Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 02V337000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner Business Class | 2002 | All years |
| Freightliner Conventional | 2002 | All years |
| Sterling A Line | 2002 | All years |
| Sterling L Line | 2002 | All years |
| Western Star Western Star | 2002 | 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 02V-337?
On certain truck-tractor model vehicles equipped with conmet simplex stationary or sliding fifth-wheel, the clinch pins that retain the fifth-wheel pivot pins may not be fully installed.
How is recall 02V-337 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the fifth wheel to verify the correct installation of the clinch pin and pivot pin. Missing pins will be replaced. Owner notification began november 15, 2002. 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.