Freightliner/transmission fracture
Defect Summary
On certain heavy trucks, the cast output yoke on the mercedes-benz transmissions could fracture on vehicle with 1610 or 16t series drivelines.
Safety Consequence
If pieces of the yoke separate, the debris can represent a potential hzard to people outside the vheicle and to other passing vehicles.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the cast transmission output yoke with a forged part. Owner notification began on january 30, 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 freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Freightliner Llc or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 02V336000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V336000?
NHTSA recall 02V336000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on December 13, 2002. It addresses: Freightliner/transmission fracture. The recall affects approximately 145 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V336000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-405. 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.