Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V537000 Reported November 8, 2004

Freightliner/michelin/tires not compatible

Q: What is recall 04V537000?

NHTSA recall 04V537000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on November 8, 2004. It addresses: Freightliner/michelin/tires not compatible. The recall affects approximately 45 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Freightliner Llc · N/A · 45 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

04V537000

Manufacturer Campaign

FL-434

Manufacturer

Freightliner Llc

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

November 8, 2004

Defect Summary

On certain trucks equipped with michelin 365/85 r20 tires, the tires may not be compatible with the maximum load and maximum speed ratings.

Safety Consequence

Vehicle over-loading and tire under-inflation will result in vehicle rollover and injury to occupant.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the tires with michelin 395/85 r20, and an updated gross axle weight ratings (gawr) certification label will be affixed to the vehicle. the recall began on december 3, 2004. owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference recall ID 04V537000 or campaign FL-434.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 04V537000

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

What is recall 04V537000?

NHTSA recall 04V537000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on November 8, 2004. It addresses: Freightliner/michelin/tires not compatible. The recall affects approximately 45 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V537000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-434. 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.