NHTSA Recall 03V246000: Vehicle speed control
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 62 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Freightliner Business Class.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V246000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-416 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Report received | July 10, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks and buses equipped with cummins electronic control modules on the c8.3g and l10g engines, the ECM does not have the ability to detect a throttle fail-safe engine shutdown command. This could result in an unanticipated, uncommanded open throttle condition without warning.
Safety risk
If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Cummins will notify the customers and replace the ECM. Owners should contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or freightliner at 1-503-745-5219.
Notes
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 03V246000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Business Class | 1995, 1996, 1997 |
| Freightliner FL60 | 1995, 1996, 1997 |
| Freightliner FL70 | 1995, 1996, 1997 |
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner ER | 1995, 1996, 1997 |
| Thomas Built Buses TL960 | 1995 |
| Thomas Er Transit | 1995, 1996, 1997 |
| Thomas TL960 | 1996, 1997 |
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.