Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V084000 Reported April 2, 2002

Freightliner/air line routing

Freightliner Llc · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 16,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02V084000
Manufacturer Campaign
FL-394
Manufacturer
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
16,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 2, 2002

Defect Summary

On certain school buses, the brake hoses from the chassis to front brake chambers could develop leaks due to the hose routing that could overstress the hose during sharp turns.

Safety Consequence

The vehicle could have reduced braking capacity, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect for improper routing. if improper routing is found, dealers will replace and correct the hose routing. owner notification began april 29, 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.

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 02V084000 or campaign FL-394.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 02V084000

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

What is recall 02V084000?

NHTSA recall 02V084000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on April 2, 2002. It addresses: Freightliner/air line routing. The recall affects approximately 16,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V084000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-394. 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.