Safety Recall NHTSA · 00V427000 Reported December 29, 2000

Freightliner/valve stem

Freightliner Llc · Tires · 3,446 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
00V427000
Manufacturer Campaign
FL-277
Manufacturer
Component
Tires
Vehicles Affected
3,446
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 29, 2000

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: rv chassis. the valve stem on the rear inner tire could rub against the wheel and develop a leak.

Safety Consequence

A loss of air on the inner tire could overload the outer tire if undetected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a valve stem extension stabilizer.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference recall ID 00V427000 or campaign FL-277.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 00V427000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 00V427000?

NHTSA recall 00V427000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on December 29, 2000. It addresses: Freightliner/valve stem. The recall affects approximately 3,446 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V427000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-277. 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.