NHTSA Recall 00V080000: Tank assembly (fuel system)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,875 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Sterling A-Line.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V080000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-254 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | March 17, 2000 |
| Owner notification | November 2, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty truck models with 111", 113", and 122" cabs. The fuel tank steps can develop fatigue cracks due to excessive overhang.
Safety risk
The steps could fail.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the step assembly for overhang and add an end support of the trailing edge of the fuel tank step, if necessary. Owner notification began november 2, 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
Owner notification began november 2, 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.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 00V080000
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.