Safety Recall NHTSA · 97V052000 Reported April 8, 1997

Freightliner/auto transmission

Q: What is recall 97V052000?

NHTSA recall 97V052000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on April 8, 1997. It addresses: Freightliner/auto transmission. The recall affects approximately 5,997 vehicles , with the defect involving the Power Train 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 · Power Train · 5,997 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

97V052000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Freightliner Llc

Component

Power Train

Vehicles Affected

5,997

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

April 8, 1997

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: vans and trucks equipped with an optional automatic transmission shift lever that includes a park brake position. the transmission shifter/park brake lever can bind before fully engaging in the park brake position causing a false park condition.

Safety Consequence

The vehicle can move after being placed in park increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a spacer plate in the shifter and inspect for the presence of an "e" clip that detains the detent pin.

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 97V052000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
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 97V052000

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

What is recall 97V052000?

NHTSA recall 97V052000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on April 8, 1997. It addresses: Freightliner/auto transmission. The recall affects approximately 5,997 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 97V052000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.