NHTSA Recall 02V087000: Electrical system: wiring
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 30,000 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Freightliner Century.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V087000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-393 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | March 20, 2002 |
| Owner notification | September 20, 2002 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain trucks, a capacitor in the power line control (plc) filter could overheat and/or ignite when subjected to reverse polarity electrical spikes.
Safety risk
This could cause an electrical fire in the area of the plc filter without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will disconnect and secure the plc filter ground wire. Owner notification began september 20, 2002. 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 02V087000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Century | 2001 |
| Freightliner Fld | 2001 |
| Sterling Acterra | 2001 |
| Western Star 4900 | 2001 |
| Western Star 5900 | 2001 |
| Western Star 6900 | 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.