The problem
On certain trucks with air brakes, the air management unit introduced with m2 trucks includes a pressure switch assembly (psa) module for the low air pressure indicator and stop lamp control functions. The psa module cover allows water ingression that could cause the stop lamp switch to short "on." The stop lamp short can be intermittent or with the key off.
The risk
This could cause the stop lights to illuminate continually and not allow other drivers to see when the brakes are being applied which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the pressure wswitch a module and electrical connectors and replace if necessary. Owner notification began on august 15, 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.
Contacts
Freightliner recall no. Fl-409. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Freightliner dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 03V162000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.