Freightliner Cargo 1999

Model Cargo made in 1999 by Freightliner got 2 recalls. There was one recall concerning steering .

Model 1999

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
99V256000FREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONfrom 03/02/1998 to 09/10/1999V (Vehicle)42205/26/2000MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC09/20/199910/01/1999
Defect SummaryThese vehicles have dual axle steering with a hydraulic valve which diverts power assist from one side to the other as necessary. the hydraulic valve can be contaminated causing the valve to malfunction.
Consequence SummaryIf the valve fails, the driver will experience a loss of power steering assist or the inability to switch power steering assist from one side to the other. this will inhibit the driver's ability to control the vehicle.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the steering control valve and parking brake interlock for proper operation. contaminated or malfunctioning units will be replaced.
NotesFreightliner recall no. fl-245. owner notification began may 26, 2000. 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 1-800-1-800-547-0712.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
01V044002FREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONfrom 07/15/1999 to 12/21/1999V (Vehicle)1600005/22/2001MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC02/21/200102/28/2001
Defect SummaryVehicle description: trucks, school bus and motor home chassis, and transit buses equipped with tie rod assemblies manufactured by trw. the suspect tie rods contain 24-dl model ball sockets. certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below-specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket.
Consequence SummaryIf this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the defective ball sockets and/or drag links. owner notification began may 22, 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 or trw customer service at 1-866-280-3287.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).