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Vehicle recall 01V387000 · December 17, 2001

Western Star 4800, 4900 and 3 more models

On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar 3406E and C-15 engines, interference between the positive battery cable and stud mounting electronic control module (ECM) to the…

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar 3406E and C-15 engines, interference between the positive battery cable and stud mounting electronic control module (ECM) to the engine exists. Chafing can wear through the battery cable insulation to allow contact between the battery cable and the stud.
Consequence
This contact could provide a short circuit, which may cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and the battery cables will be replaced and/or re-routed as necessary. Owner notification began April 18, 2002. 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.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
01V387000
Reported to NHTSA
December 17, 2001
Filed by
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
Manufacturer campaign
FL-387
Owner notification
April 18, 2002
Vehicles potentially affected
3,500
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables
Recall 01V387000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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