Recalls for 1992 Freightliner Fl60

DEFECT #1 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH

Posted on: 1997-08-06
Description
Vehicle description: heavy duty truck.  The shoulder bolt which holds the grote turn signal switch case and components together can loosen resulting in the turn signal malfunctioning.

Consequence
If the turn signal function is lost, following motorists would not be aware of the turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and tighten any loose bolts and in the turn signal switch within 2 years from the date of the recall notification letter.  The shoulder bolt will be removed, cleaned, and reinstalled with loctite.  Owners can also request loctite and repair instructions so they can fix the vehicles themselves.

Notes
Notes:owner notification is expected to begin september 5,1997.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, 7 a.m.  To 3:30 p.m., pacific time.  Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

DEFECT #2 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Posted on: 1993-09-20
Description
The windshield wiper arm support cracks where the wiper arm pivot mounts to the support brackets causing failure of the system.

Consequence
Failure of the windshield wiper system reduces drivervisibility in inclement weather which could result in an accident.

Corrective Action
Remove and replace the windshield wiper arm support bracket with a redesigned support bracket.

Notes
System: visual; windshield wiper.vehicle description: medium duty trucks.

DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Posted on: 1993-06-22
Description
As the brake pads wear, the brake caliper travel may be limited by interference with the main support member (z-bar spring) of the suspension.

Consequence
Limited brake caliper travel can prevent full braketorque application on the drive axle, increasing stopping distances.

Corrective Action
Bendix will supply replacement brake calipers for affected vehicles.

Notes
System: brakes.vehicle description: medium trucks, business class, equipped with bendixhydraulic disk brakes and hendrickson has series single drive air suspension.