2002 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 Recalls (5)

Campaign:
03V162000 on 05/05/2003
Component:
Service brakes, air
Manufactured:
01/15/2002 - 12/15/2002
Affected:
1,400
Defect:
On certain trucks with air brakes, the air management unit introduced with m2 trucks includes a pressure switch assembly (psa) module for the low air pressure indicator and stop lamp control functions. the psa module cover allows water ingression that could cause the stop lamp switch to short "on." the stop lamp short can be intermittent or with the key off.
Consequence:
This could cause the stop lights to illuminate continually and not allow other drivers to see when the brakes are being applied which could result in a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the pressure wswitch a module and electrical connectors and replace if necessary. owner notification began on august 15, 2003. 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-409.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
04V205000 on 05/06/2004
Component:
Power train:manual transmission
Affected:
14,000
Defect:
On certain trucks equipped with manual transmission, the tapered joint that attaches the shifter to the transmission may become loose making it difficult to put the transmission into gear.
Consequence:
If shift lever detachment occurs, tha ability ro accelerate ot maintain speed will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will re-secure the shift lever to the transmission using threadlock and re-torquing the fastening bolt. owner notification began on may 21, 2004. owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no. fl-420.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
04V272000 on 06/15/2004
Component:
Suspension:front:wheel bearing
Manufactured:
12/31/2001 - 10/30/2003
Affected:
9,602
Defect:
On certain trucks built with 8,000 or 6,000 pound front axles and four-piece spindle nut sets, premature front ,wheel bearing wear may be caused by inconsistent bearing endplay adjustment.
Consequence:
If allowed to progress, the front wheel assembly may separate from the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
Correction:
The dealers will replace the front axle oil seals and hub cap gaskets on both sides. the recall began september 7, 2004. owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no. fl-424. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
05V126000 on 03/30/2005
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Manufactured:
12/31/2000 - 12/30/2004
Affected:
3,568
Defect:
On certain trucks and fire trucks equipped with kys 4735-43782-02 engine cooling fans and built on caterpillar 3126, c7, mbe906, mbe926, or cummins isc engines, the steel fan insert on the cooling fans can crack.
Consequence:
This can result in fan breakage, resulting in vehicle damage or personal injury.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the engine cooling fan free of charge. the recall began on june 8, 2005. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no. fl-439.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
08V137000 on 03/24/2008
Component:
Power train:axle assembly
Manufactured:
01/25/2000 - 03/23/2008
Affected:
28,764
Defect:
Daimler trucks is recalling 28,764 my 2001 through 2008 fccc b2 and fs65 school bus chassis, fccc fb65 conventional buses, and sterling acterra, freightliner fln, and business class m2 heavy trucks, built from january 26, 2000, through march 24, 2008, manufactured with arvinmeritor or axle alliance company 6,000 through 8,000 pound front axles utilizing a four piece spindle-nut set. these axle assemblies may have been produced with a thin spindle nut which may lead to incorrect end play, cone spin, excessive heat, degradation of lubrication, wear of the spindle nut and bearing journal, oil contamination with metal shavings, and premature bearing failure.
Consequence:
Continued operation may lead to wheel separation and possibly a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Daimler trucks will notify owners and will repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall began on january 8, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Daimler trucks recall no. fl-527.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

2002 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 TSBs (14)

Bulletin:
54163
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Cruise control and / or marker light paddle switch replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
54173
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Adding m2 marker lights. *tt
Bulletin:
60118
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Adding the intake heater teeltale to the instrument cluster unit 3-m2 built between june 2003 and july 2003. *tt
Bulletin:
2044
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Radiator strut rod bracket. *tt
Bulletin:
54181
Component:
122000 exterior lighting:fog lights
Summary:
Fog light control. *tt
Bulletin:
01-93
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Freightliner: cummins isb drive belt jumping. the poly-v serpentine drive belt may jump off one or more of the pulleys during operation. *pe
Bulletin:
FSB-54-224
Component:
123000 exterior lighting:tail lights
Summary:
Freightliner trucks: new severe duty taillight and trailer pdms (power distribution modules).for replacing existing pdms on trucks. the design improvements protect against water and dust intrusion. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-54-237
Component:
126000 exterior lighting:turn signal
Summary:
Freightliner: a new bulb socket is available for turn/park lights that is metalized to withstand high heat without out gassing. model years unknown. models columbia, business class m2 and cascadia. *pe updated on 6/14/201
Bulletin:
SB-33-24
Component:
106220 power train:axle assembly:axle shaft:seal
Summary:
Freightliner truck: steer axle maintenance, aac and meritor 6000lb and 8000lb axles: this bulletin is to provide information on the recommended maintenance procedure to be added to dtna maintenance manuals for all models with these axle rat
Bulletin:
SB-09-31
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Freightliner: some trucks have been found with incorrect sealing of air intake duct assemblies, allowing unfiltered air to bypass the air cleaner. loose duct connections or dirt found in the ducting during a filter service indicate that d
Bulletin:
SB-42-63
Component:
046100 service brakes, air:antilock:control unit/module
Summary:
Freightliner: abs fault codes due to connector water intrusion. on some trucks, the abs module was moved into the cab. this required a connector to be placed under the cab, behind the front steering axle, on the frame rail. if this conn
Bulletin:
FSB-20-67
Component:
081100 fuel system, diesel:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Freightliner: tank seams are split/cracked which causes fuel to leak. the valve might be plugged with contaminate. *pe
Bulletin:
sb2058
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Sb2058 early epa07 qld radiator replacement
Bulletin:
sb2059
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Sb2059 replacing push-to-connect air line fittings with brass compression fittings

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