Recalls for your 1988 Freightliner Fla

Recalls for 1988 Freightliner Fla

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CF 1993 Freightliner FLA-86

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CF 1993 Freightliner FLA-86

DEFECT #1 - STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM


Posted on: 1994-05-03
Description
Fatigue cracks develop in the front axle knuckle suppport on high mileage vehicles that can cause knuckle failure.

Consequence
Knuckle failure can result in possible wheel assembly separation and a loss of vehicle control.

Corrective Action
Replace the front axle knuckle assemblies with a redesigned knuckle that has a radius in the area where cracks have been found.

Notes
System: suspension; i-beam; solid; front spindle; knuckle.vehicle description: medium duty trucks with gkn front axles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided in a reasonable amount of time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact freightliner at 1-503-735-8000.  Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

DEFECT #2 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR


Posted on: 1991-06-11
Description
Malformed steering wheel center section could result in a fracture of the upper hub casting.  This may lead to separation of the steering wheel from the steering column mounting hub.

Consequence
Fractured upper hub casting could result in loss ofsteering control without warning and an accident.

Corrective Action
Remove and replace the upper hub casting and install a hub plate.

Notes
System: steering wheels.vehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with optional leather covered steering wheel.
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