NHTSA Recall 00V002001: Parking brake
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 33 vehicles. It affects 1997 Freightliner Fln.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V002001 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-248 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
| Report received | January 3, 2000 |
| Owner notification | June 28, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with haldex manifold dash valves (mdv) used in tractor and trailer parking brakes. These valves do not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems." a loss of the isolation of the two brake system circuits can result in the loss of service brakes when there is another failure of one of the two brake circuits.
Safety risk
The loss of service brakes can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
A replacement valve will be provided to owners with installation instructions.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-248.owner notification began june 28, 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).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V002001
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Fln | 1997 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.