Recalls for 1995 Freightliner Fln

DEFECT #1 - 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 #2 - 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).