NHTSA Recall 00V040000: Labels (equipment)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 15,000 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Freightliner Mc.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V040000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-253 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | February 15, 2000 |
| Owner notification | November 27, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: motor home chassis. The tire pressure on the certification labels are incorrect for the designated gross axle weight rating. This does not comply with requirements of part 567, "certification."
Safety risk
This could result in improper inflation of the tires for the gross axle weight rating listed for the chassis.
Remedy
Owners will be mailed an overlay with the correct tire pressure.
Notes
Owner notification began november 27, 2000. Owners who do not receive a new labelwithin 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 00V040000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Mc | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 |
| Freightliner Vcl | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 |
| Freightliner Xc | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 |
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.