Freightliner/suspension springs
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with dual leaf spring type air ride suspensions and vehicles built with single leaf spring type air ride suspensions. Rear suspension springs can fracture through the center bolt hole after vehicle assembly.
Safety Consequence
If undetected, the rear end of the spring could separate from the vehicle causing a hazardous road debris situation.
Corrective Action
For vehicles equipped with single leaf springs, dealers will remove and replace all springs. for vehicles equipped with dual leaf springs, dealers will inspect for cracked springs and replace if cracked.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Freightliner Llc or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 00V081000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V081000?
NHTSA recall 00V081000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on March 17, 2000. It addresses: Freightliner/suspension springs. The recall affects approximately 13,545 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V081000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-255. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.