NHTSA Recall 00V397000: Switch (exterior lighting)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 671 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Sterling L-Line.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V397000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-275 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TURN SIGNAL › SWITCH |
| Report received | November 29, 2000 |
| Owner notification | April 3, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. A loss of the turn signal function can occur due to a turn signal flasher that is not compatible with the turn signal switches that allow the brake lights to override the hazard warning lights. If the hazard warning lights are on and the brake lights are activated, the turn signal flasher senses an overload condition and becomes disabled until all electric loads are removed.
Safety risk
Following drivers may not be aware of the truck's turning intentions increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a turn signal flasher that is compatible with turn signal switches that allow the brake lights to override the hazard warning lights.
Notes
Owner notification began april 3, 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 00V397000
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.