2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
Posted on: 1999-10-01
Description
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The throttle cable can bind due to misalignment with the fuel pump assembly.
Consequence
Engine speed will not return to idle after the driver releases the accelerator pedal if the cable is binding.
Corrective Action
Dealers will realign the cable bracket. The cable assembly will be inspected for damage and replaced as necessary.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-244. Owner notification began february 3, 2000. 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 1-800-1-800-547-0712.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING
Posted on: 1999-04-20
Description
Vehicle description: step vans equipped with spicer 6,000 or 8,000 lb. Front steer axles. The tie rod end can pull outboard and separate from the tie rod tube due to improper thread engagement between the male tie rod end and the female tube.
Consequence
Separation of the tie rod end could result in loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the complete tie rod assembly.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during may 1999. 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 or spicer at 1-219-483-7174.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).