Fmvss 120/ tire information rating
Defect Summary
Certain van chassis with single rear tires fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the rear tire rating was incorrectly entered in the gawr/gvwr calculation program on certain single rear tires. the rear gawr and gvwr will be incorrect when the gawr is limited by the tire capacity on chassis with these tires.
Safety Consequence
This could cause premature tire tread wear or tire failure during normal driving which could cause a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will mail new chassis identification labels with the correct gawr, gvwr, and tire information. the recall began on september 12, 2005. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
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FAQ: Recall 05V138000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V138000?
NHTSA recall 05V138000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on April 5, 2005. It addresses: Fmvss 120/ tire information rating. The recall affects approximately 500 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V138000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-444. 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.