Recalls for 1991 Freightliner Fl80

DEFECT #1 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH

Posted on: 1997-08-06
Description
Vehicle description: heavy duty truck.  The shoulder bolt which holds the grote turn signal switch case and components together can loosen resulting in the turn signal malfunctioning.

Consequence
If the turn signal function is lost, following motorists would not be aware of the turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and tighten any loose bolts and in the turn signal switch within 2 years from the date of the recall notification letter.  The shoulder bolt will be removed, cleaned, and reinstalled with loctite.  Owners can also request loctite and repair instructions so they can fix the vehicles themselves.

Notes
Notes:owner notification is expected to begin september 5,1997.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, 7 a.m.  To 3:30 p.m., pacific time.  Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

DEFECT #2 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Posted on: 1993-09-20
Description
The windshield wiper arm support cracks where the wiper arm pivot mounts to the support brackets causing failure of the system.

Consequence
Failure of the windshield wiper system reduces drivervisibility in inclement weather which could result in an accident.

Corrective Action
Remove and replace the windshield wiper arm support bracket with a redesigned support bracket.

Notes
System: visual; windshield wiper.vehicle description: medium duty trucks.

DEFECT #3 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS

Posted on: 1991-10-17
Description
The hook size of the throttle return spring is too small resulting in a tight fit around the anchor nut, causing the throttle return spring to break prematurely.

Consequence
If the throttle spring breaks, the engine will return to idle speed, which may cause a highway hazard and result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Install throttle return springs with larger hooks.

Notes
System: throttle return springs.vehicle description: heavy trucks with cummins b series engines.

DEFECT #4 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK

Posted on: 1991-10-17
Description
Reservoir interior paint was allowed to enter the air reservoir check valve, and the valve is not properly seated.

Consequence
Lack of proper seating causes the reservoirs to failto comply with the requirements of fmvss 121.

Corrective Action
Clean and reseat the air check valves as needed.

Notes
System: brakes.vehicle description: heavy trucks.