Recalls for 1986 Freightliner Freightliner

DEFECT #1 - STEERING:LINKAGES:LINK:DRAG:CONNECTION

Posted on: 1986-02-10
Description
The central tube part of the drag link, which is set in a rotational position, does not have enough clearance between the nut or bolt head and the axle beam.  Consequence of defect: there could be interference during a right turn wheel cut and may cause the steering linkage to bind, leading to the loss of steering control and an accident.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Replace adjustable drag link with an assembly on which only the forward end is adjustable.  Also, stake rear end.

Notes
System: steering.  Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks fitted with a model gkn120 front axle.

DEFECT #2 - SEAT BELTS

Posted on: 1987-07-15
Description
Fasteners used to assemble the d ring anchorage for the shoulder harness may not provide sufficient strength to meet specified load requirements of fmvss 210.

Consequence
Trucks do not comply with fmvss 210.

Corrective Action
Replace monobolt fasteners with high clamp 1/4 in blind rivets.

Notes
System: seat belts/fmvss 210.vehicle description: 120 ft long conventional trucks equipped with optionaltype 2 seat belt assemblies.

DEFECT #3 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER/BRACKET

Posted on: 1987-03-02
Description
Welds joining the axle support bracket to the rear drive axle may be defective due to insufficient coverage and/or penetration.

Consequence
Welds could fail, resulting in rear axle separating fromthe suspension.

Corrective Action
Remove existing welds and reweld by a certified welder.

Notes
System: axle support bracket welds.vehicle description: high coe and long conventional trucks equipped with tandemdrive hendrickson suspensions and eaton axles.

DEFECT #4 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

Posted on: 1987-03-20
Description
Seat belt mounting bracket strength may be below requirement of fmvss 209 and could crack.

Consequence
Seat belt may not properly restrain occupant; also,vehicles do not comply with fmvss 209.

Corrective Action
Replace 3 point seat belt retractor mounting bolt 601-b brackets.

Notes
System: seat belt retractor mounting brackets/fmvss 209.vehicle descriptio: cab over engine and long conventional trucks.