NHTSA Recall 02V337000: Fifth wheel assembly (trailer hitches)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 733 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Freightliner Business Class.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V337000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-399 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES › FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | December 17, 2002 |
| Owner notification | November 15, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain truck-tractor model vehicles equipped with conmet simplex stationary or sliding fifth-wheel, the clinch pins that retain the fifth-wheel pivot pins may not be fully installed.
Safety risk
The fifth wheel could separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fifth wheel to verify the correct installation of the clinch pin and pivot pin. Missing pins will be replaced. Owner notification began november 15, 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-399. 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 02V337000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Business Class | 2002 |
| Freightliner Conventional | 2002 |
| Sterling A-Line | 2002 |
| Sterling L-Line | 2002 |
| Western Star Western Star | 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.