2002 Freightliner Century Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 1, 2003 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Century years
Not enough data 11th of 19 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2002 Freightliner Century so far. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2002 Freightliner Century recalls (1)

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Service brakes, airDec 2, 2002 · NHTSA campaign 02V321001 · 427 vehicles

Problem: On certain trucks equipped with manifold dash valves with push to connect fittings used to control the park brake function on trucks and trailers with air brakes, the park knob can pop out unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion. This will exhaust the air from the park brake system on the trailer and apply the parking brakes.

Risk: If this condition is not noticed, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Haldex will notify its customers to make arrangements to have the valve inspected and, if necessary, replaced free of charge. Owner notification is expected to begin during january 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 haldex brake systems at 816-801-2641 or 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.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Integral hub and bearing assembly (PE02088) — opened Nov 22, 2002, closed May 1, 2003, led to recall 03E019000.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Freightliner Century?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2002 Freightliner Century?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2002 Freightliner Century a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Century model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.