NHTSA Recall 02V318002: Fuel pump (fuel system)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,616 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Freightliner American Lafrance.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V318002 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL404 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP |
| Report received | December 3, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar 3126e hydraulically controlled electronically actuated unit injected diesel engines with high efficiency pumps (hep8), the pump components may experience a high pressure seal failure which can result in a short period of rough running and subsequent engine stall due to a loss of injection actuation pressure.
Safety risk
Freightliner recall no. Fl404. Once engine stall occurs, the engine cannot be restarted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Caterpillar is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will inspect the pump serial numbers and replace the pump if necessary. 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 caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Also, customers can 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 02V318002
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner American Lafrance | 2002 |
| Freightliner Fln | 2002 |
| Sterling Acterra | 2002 |
| Thomas Minotour | 2002 |
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.