2002 Freightliner Business Class Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Business Class years
- Not enough data 6th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2002 Freightliner Business Class so far. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 0owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
2002 Freightliner Business Class recalls (5)
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Suspension:front:wheel bearing
Problem: 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.
Risk: If allowed to progress, the front wheel assembly may separate from the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
Fix: 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.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Problem: On certain heavy trucks and motorhomes equipped with cummins westport b gas plus or c gas plus 6 cylinder engines, the electronic control module calibration may not correctly detect a throttle plate actuator failure that could result in an uncommanded open throttle condition.
Risk: If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed which could possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the electronic control module calibration free of charge. 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 cummins customer assistance center at 1-800-343-7357 or freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Trailer hitches:fifth wheel assembly
Problem: 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.
Risk: The fifth wheel could separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: On certain crew cab trucks equipped with hydraulic brakes, the hydraulic brake lines from the chassis mounted anti-lock brake system (abs) modulator valve can be damaged by interference with the cab mounted auxiliary heater duct.
Risk: This could result in extended braking distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake lines. Owner notification began on december 26, 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.
Parking brake:conventional:mechanical:linkage and cable
Problem: On certain trucks equipped with meritor brand 12" x 4" dcm drum parking brake, the bolts used to attach the parking brake assembly to the flange yoke are too large and can interfere with the proper engagement of the braking system and possibly disengage.
Risk: Improper engagement of the parking brake could result in the vehicle rolling away without prior warning possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the attaching bolts with the correct size bolts free of charge. Owner notification is expected to begin during october 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Other Freightliner Business Class years
← 2001 Business Class · 2003 Business Class →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 Business Class | 7 | 1 |
| 2002 | 0 | 5 |
| 2001 Business Class | 0 | 6 |
| 2000 Business Class | 1 | 9 |
| 1999 Business Class | 1 | 5 |
| 1998 Business Class | 0 | 5 |
| 1997 Business Class | 2 | 6 |
| 1996 Business Class | 0 | 5 |
| 1995 Business Class | 2 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Freightliner Business Class?
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Freightliner Business Class?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2002 Freightliner Business Class a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Business Class model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.