Recalls for your 2001 Freightliner Sterling

Recalls for 2001 Freightliner Sterling

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DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CONTROLS


Posted on: 2001-06-14
Description
Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with certain haldex brake system two and four port relay valves.  The valve may stick open when a high-pressure application is released.

Consequence
When the valve sticks open, it can result in a total loss of air from either the service or the park brake system.  The driver may lose braking ability under a service application, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace these valves.  Owner notification began october 17, 2001.  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
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).