Athey/brake pedal linkage
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. the brake pedal push rod that activates the service brakes could fracture.
Safety Consequence
This could result in a loss of braking control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the brake pedal push rod. freightliner is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. dual steering vehicle owners were notified beginning november 6, 2000. owners of construction, refuse, fire, and rescue/emergency vehicles were notified november 7, 2000; and all others were notified december 15, 2000. 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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Athey Products Corp. or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 00V357001
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V357001?
NHTSA recall 00V357001 was issued by Athey Products Corp. on December 20, 2000. It addresses: Athey/brake pedal linkage. The recall affects approximately 127 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Athey Products Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V357001 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.