Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V203000 Reported May 29, 2003

Freightliner/electronic control module

Freightliner Llc · Engine And Engine Cooling · 73 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
03V203000
Manufacturer Campaign
FL-413
Manufacturer
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
73
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 29, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain heavy trucks and motorhomes equipped with cummins westport b gas plus or c gas plus 6 cylinder engines, the electronic control module calibration may not correctly detect a throttle plate actuator failure that could result in an uncommanded open throttle condition.

Safety Consequence

If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed which could possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the electronic control module calibration free of charge. 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 cummins customer assistance center at 1-800-343-7357 or 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 03V203000 or campaign FL-413.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 03V203000

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

What is recall 03V203000?

NHTSA recall 03V203000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on May 29, 2003. It addresses: Freightliner/electronic control module. The recall affects approximately 73 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V203000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-413. 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.