NHTSA Recall 02V280000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 53 vehicles. It affects 2001–2002 Freightliner Business Class.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V280000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-400 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | October 17, 2002 |
| Owner notification | December 26, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain crew cab trucks equipped with hydraulic brakes, the hydraulic brake lines from the chassis mounted anti-lock brake system (ABS) modulator valve can be damaged by interference with the cab mounted auxiliary heater duct.
Safety risk
This could result in extended braking distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake lines. Owner notification began on december 26, 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
Freightliner recall no. Fl-400. 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 02V280000
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.