Freightliner Conventional 1985

Model Conventional made in 1985 by Freightliner got 7 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, seat belts and service brakes, air.

Model 1985

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES
87V020000FREIGHTLINER CORP.from 05/01/1985 to 03/01/1987V (Vehicle)325009/30/1987MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC02/19/198703/02/1987
Defect SummaryUnder certain conditions, an electrical short circuit can develop.
Consequence SummaryShort circuit could result in trucks catching fire.
Corrective SummaryReplace existing picture frame type battery retainer with an i frame retainer and install convoluted tubing over positive battery cable.
NotesSystem: electrical.vehicle description: flc 112, conventional heavy-duty trucks.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
87V192000FREIGHTLINER CORP.from 09/01/1985 to 09/01/1987V (Vehicle)18004/07/1988MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC12/18/198701/07/1988
Defect SummaryFastener that connects the harness belt d ring to the b pillar may not be long enough to provide full thread engagement with the anchorage weld nut.
Consequence SummarySeat belts could fail and not adequately protect theoccupant.
Corrective SummaryReplace mounting hardware with hex shoulder bolt and .55 inch spacer.
NotesSystem: seat beltsvehicle description: conventional trucks.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR
86V137000FREIGHTLINER CORP.from 10/01/1983 to 03/01/1986V (Vehicle)10211/20/1986MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC10/20/198610/21/1986
Defect SummarySeat belts can loosen as the truck is driven. consequence of defect: driver and passenger would not be properly restrained in event of a sudden stop or crash.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryReplace the non locking retractor seat belts with automatic locking retractor seat belts.
NotesSystem: seat belts. vehicle description: long conventional tractors equipped with non locking retractor seat belts.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DRUM - CHAMBER
87V147000FREIGHTLINER CORP.from 10/01/1985 to 06/01/1987V (Vehicle)4111/11/1987MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC09/15/198709/21/1987
Defect SummaryIncorrect size air brake actuator chambers were installed on the drive axles.
Consequence SummaryThis could result in increased stopping distance.
Corrective SummaryReplace drive axle brake chambers with correct size chambers.
NotesSystem: air brake actuator chambers.vehicle description: heavy duty conventional trucks.
STEERING - LINKAGES
88V160000FREIGHTLINER CORP.from 02/01/1984 to 09/01/1988V (Vehicle)9201/30/1989MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC10/11/198810/18/1988
Defect SummarySteering arm may fail if used on eaton efa12f4 from axle in conjunction with ross hfb70 power steering gear.
Consequence SummaryA failed steering gear arm could lead to loss of vehiclecontrol and vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryInstall a nonadjustable 1500 psi power steering pump pressure relief valve to limit steering arm forces. replace steering arm with a design capable of withstanding higher forces. adjust maximum poppet valve settings to 500 psi and adjust axle stops.
NotesSystem: steering.vehicle description: long conventional and hcoe trucks equipped with eatonefa12f4 front axle and ross hfb70 steering gear.
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
86V106000FREIGHTLINER CORP.from 09/01/1985 to 09/01/1985V (Vehicle)7809/11/1986MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC08/05/198608/08/1986
Defect SummarySteering column mounting bolts may be absent, leaving only the knee pad to hold the steering wheel and column in place. consequence of defect: under certain driving conditions, knee pad attaching bolts may not be sufficient, allowing the steering column and wheel to come loose while the truck is being driven. this could result in loss of control and an accident.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryInstall clamps and bolts, if missing, or check existing bolts for tightness.
NotesSystem: steering column mounting. vehicle description: medium duty conventional trucks.
STRUCTURE - BODY
86V118000FREIGHTLINER CORP.from 09/01/1983 to 07/01/1986V (Vehicle)680011/06/1986MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC08/26/198608/27/1986
Defect SummaryThe handhold mounting system, which consists of a tubular handle held in three places by cast aluminum brackets and attached to the engine exhaust muffler heat shield. vibration from this system causes the handhold parts to wear. consequence of defect: if the parts wear thin the possibility exists that the handhold might give way under the weight of a driver. this could result in personal injury.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryReplace the end brackets with a modified design utilizing a rubber isolater. also, add a plastic sleeve to the center bracket for isolation.
NotesSystem: structure/handhold. vehicle description: high coe and long convential tractors equipped withvertical bar handhold.