Recalls for 1987 Freightliner Freightliner

DEFECT #1 - WHEELS:CENTER SECTION

Posted on: 1989-09-26
Description
Nuts that retain the wheel hubs on the tandem drive axles may not be properly torqued on the left hand side.

Consequence
Wheel could come off while truck is in service; thiscould result in an accident.

Corrective Action
Properly torque left side drive axle spindle jam nuts on both forward and rear drive axles; replace any loose wheel hub nuts.

Notes
System:wheels/hub.vehicle description:heavy-duty trucks equipped with rockwell tandem driveaxles and outboard mounted brake drums.

DEFECT #2 - SEAT BELTS

Posted on: 1989-02-27
Description
When seat belts are not being worn, abrading of the webbing may occur at the d-ring.

Consequence
Seat belt may not properly restrain occupant in caseof an accident which could result in more serious injuries.

Corrective Action
Replace seat belt webbing.

Notes
System: seat belt.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with 3 point seat belts andbostrom smartseats.

DEFECT #3 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT

Posted on: 1988-09-08
Description
Seat belt webbing may chafe as the seat slides back and forth.

Consequence
Over time belt could wear through rendering itineffective.

Corrective Action
Install a spacer for additional clearance between the seat belt and seat frame.  Replace chafed seat belts as necessary.

Notes
System: drivers seat belt.vehicle description: long conventional 120 inch and high cab over engine trucks.

DEFECT #4 - 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 #5 - 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 #6 - 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.