NHTSA Recall 01V189001: Service brakes, air: controls, pedals and linkages
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,400 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Freightliner Argosy.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V189001 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-380 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › CONTROLS, PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
| Report received | June 14, 2001 |
| Owner notification | October 17, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with certain haldex brake system two and four port relay valves. The valve may stick open when a high-pressure application is released.
Safety risk
When the valve sticks open, it can result in a total loss of air from either the service or the park brake system. The driver may lose braking ability under a service application, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace these valves. Owner notification began october 17, 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
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 01V189001
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Argosy | 2000, 2001 |
| Freightliner Business Class | 2000, 2001 |
| Freightliner Century | 2000, 2001 |
| Freightliner Fld | 2000, 2001 |
| Freightliner Sterling | 2000, 2001 |
| Sterling Acterra | 2000, 2001 |
| Western Star Western Star | 2000, 2001 |
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.