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Vehicle recall 03V162000 · May 1, 2003

2002 Freightliner Business Class M2

On certain trucks with air brakes, the air management unit introduced with M2 trucks includes a pressure switch assembly (psa) module for the low air pressure indicator and stop…

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

Summary
On certain trucks with air brakes, the air management unit introduced with M2 trucks includes a pressure switch assembly (psa) module for the low air pressure indicator and stop lamp control functions. The psa module cover allows water ingression that could cause the stop lamp switch to short "on." the stop lamp short can be intermittent or with the key off.
Consequence
This could cause the stop lights to illuminate continually and not allow other drivers to see when the brakes are being applied which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the pressure wswitch a module and electrical connectors and replace if necessary. Owner notification began on August 15, 2003. 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
Freightliner recall no. Fl-409.CUSTOMERS can 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
03V162000
Reported to NHTSA
May 1, 2003
Filed by
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
Manufacturer campaign
FL-409
Owner notification
August 15, 2003
Vehicles potentially affected
1,400
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Service brakes, air
Recall 03V162000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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