NHTSA Recall 02V336000: Driveline (power train)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 145 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Freightliner Fln.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V336000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-405 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE |
| Report received | December 13, 2002 |
| Owner notification | January 30, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain heavy trucks, the cast output yoke on the mercedes-benz transmissions could fracture on vehicle with 1610 or 16t series drivelines.
Safety risk
If pieces of the yoke separate, the debris can represent a potential hzard to people outside the vheicle and to other passing vehicles.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the cast transmission output yoke with a forged part. Owner notification began on january 30, 2003. 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-405. Customers can 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 02V336000
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.