4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - PARKING BRAKE
Posted on: 2000-01-14
Description
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with haldex manifold dash valves (mdv) used in tractor and trailer parking brakes. These valves do not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 121, air brake systems. A loss of the isolation of the two brake system circuits can result in the loss of service brakes when there is another failure of one of the two brake circuits.
Consequence
The loss of service brakes can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
A replacement valve will be provided to owners with installation instructions.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-248.owner notification began june 28, 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 1-800-547-0712. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Posted on: 2000-05-30
Description
Vehicle description: certain tractors fail to comply with fmvss no. 121, air brake systems. The air lines may not be routed properly to the drive axle service brake relay.
Consequence
These vehicles are not in compliance with the standard.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect for correct air line routing and reroute if necessary.
Notes
Owner notification began february 6, 2001. 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.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #3 - STEERING
Posted on: 1999-08-18
Description
Vehicle description: trucks with steering linkages converted to stand-up right-drive by fontaine modification company. These vehicles have a steering cross shaft that connects the right side steering column to the left side steering column, with a miter box, and u-joint at each side. The cross shaft, miter box shaft, and u-joint have keyways and the u-joint has a set screw at both connections. The keys can work loose and fall out.
Consequence
This condition can result in a loss of steering on the right hand side.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install nuts and bolts through the universal joint ends and shafts which will create a positive lock between the steering gear boxes.
Notes
Owner notification began october 13, 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. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #4 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 1999-06-10
Description
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with dual steering. The steering column pinch bolts may be under-torqued or missing.
Consequence
This condition could result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect for the presence of the required fasteners, install fasteners is missing, and retorque to specifications.
Notes
Owner notification began september 1, 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.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).