NHTSA Recall 00V230002: Accelerator pedal (vehicle speed control)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,032 vehicles. It affects 1997–2000 Freightliner Xc.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V230002 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-271 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › ACCELERATOR PEDAL |
| Report received | September 5, 2000 |
| Owner notification | January 23, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: chassis built with caterpillar engines and equipped with felsted electronic accelerator pedals. The return springs can break on the accelerator pedals that are equipped with stainless steel or electroplated music wire return springs.
Safety risk
This condition could cause the pedal to go to full throttle if both return springs break, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Replacement accelerator pedals equipped with return springs manufactured of music wire with one additional coil on each spring and with an organic coating, eliminating electroplating will be installed.
Notes
Owner notification began january 23, 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 00V230002
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.