Freightliner Business Class M2 (2002) – 04V272000

Defect Description For Recall

On Certain Trucks Built With 8,000 Or 6,000 Pound Front Axles And Four-Piece Spindle Nut Sets, Premature Front ,Wheel Bearing Wear May Be Caused By Inconsistent Bearing Endplay Adjustment.

Make Of Vehicle

FREIGHTLINER

Model Of Vehicle

BUSINESS CLASS M2

Year

2002

Recall Campaign Number

04V272000

Component Description

Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing

Effect Of Defect

If Allowed To Progress, The Front Wheel Assembly May Separate From The Vehicle, Which Could Result In A Crash.

Fix Defect

The Dealers Will Replace The Front Axle Oil Seals And Hub Cap Gaskets On Both Sides. The Recall Began September 7, 2004. Owners Should Contact Freightliner At 1-800-547-0712.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Freightliner Llc

Start Of Manufacture

20020101

End Of Manufacture

20031031

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

9602

Date Owners Notified

20040907

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Freightliner Llc

Date Report Received

20040607

Make Campaign Number

FL-424

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard