Freightliner Conventional 1982

Model Conventional made in 1982 by Freightliner got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment, steering.

Model 1982

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER
88V138000FREIGHTLINER CORP.from 09/01/1981 to 11/01/1983V (Vehicle)1989810/19/1988MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC08/16/198808/22/1988
Defect SummaryThe heater/air conditioner blower motor speed control resistors can under certain conditions overheat and stall.
Consequence SummaryThis could result in low air flow across the resistornetwork and high amperage, allowing the air duct to reach elevated temperatureswith the possibility of a fire.
Corrective SummaryInstall a thermo cutoff device in the heater/air conditioner system and/or replace the blower motor switch.
NotesSystem: heater/air conditioner blower motor.vehicle description: long conventional and high cab over engine trucks.
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
83V089000FREIGHTLINER CORP.from 04/01/1982 to 04/01/1983V (Vehicle)32810/28/1983MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC09/07/198310/12/1983
Defect SummaryThe pinch bolt installed on the steering gear component is of a smaller size than specified.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will replace the incorrectly sized pinch bolt with a properly sized one if necessary.
NotesVehicle description: heavy trucks.system: steering; pinch bolt.consequences of defect: the universal joint drive yoke could slide off thegear, causing loss of steering control and, possibly, an accident.