Freightliner Fl-70 1991

Model Fl-70 made in 1991 by Freightliner got 7 recalls. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, parking brake and seat belts.

Model 1991

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH
97V114001FREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONfrom 12/03/1991 to 07/01/1994V (Vehicle)7700009/05/1997ODIFREIGHTLINER LLC08/04/199708/06/1997
Defect SummaryVehicle 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 SummaryIf the turn signal function is lost, following motorists would not be aware of the turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers 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.
NotesNotes: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.
PARKING BRAKE - CONVENTIONAL - MECHANICAL
95V094000FREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONfrom 05/01/1991 to 02/01/1995V (Vehicle)305009/14/1995MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC05/09/199505/19/1995
Defect SummaryThe parking brake lever may not travel far enough over center to assure that it remains in the proper position allowing the vehicle to roll away while parked.
Consequence SummaryIf the vehicle is not properly parked with the transmission in the correct position, and if the vehicle is parked on a grade, it could unintentionally roll away increasing the potential for an accident.
Corrective SummaryDealers will remove and replace the parking brake lever with a lever that requires a 25 lb. effort to release.
NotesSystem: emergency parking brake; mechanical; lever.vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with mechanical parking brake.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact freightliner at 1-503-735-8000. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
92V057000FREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONfrom 05/01/1991 to 07/01/1992V (Vehicle)140009/21/1992MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC04/14/199204/24/1992571210
Defect SummaryA number of cabs were assembled with fewer welds than specified in the upper b pillar near the anchorage for the seat belt. welding materials used on the inboard anchorage bracket under the cab deck will not meet fmvss no. 210 load test requirements when three seating positions are provided.
Consequence SummarySafety belt anchorage systems that do not comply to theload test requirements subject the seat occupant to greater risk of injury inthe event of a sudden stop or accident.
Corrective SummaryAdd reinforcement welds in the upper b pillar and add fasteners to the lower deck anchorage bracket.
NotesSystem: safety belt anchorages, fmvss no. 210.vehicle description: heavy trucks manufactured before february 2, 1992 andcabs with a center seating position built before march 2, 1992.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK
91V178000FREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONfrom 08/01/1991 to 09/01/1991V (Vehicle)4911/22/1991MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC10/15/199110/17/1991571121
Defect SummaryReservoir interior paint was allowed to enter the air reservoir check valve, and the valve is not properly seated.
Consequence SummaryLack of proper seating causes the reservoirs to failto comply with the requirements of fmvss 121.
Corrective SummaryClean and reseat the air check valves as needed.
NotesSystem: brakes.vehicle description: heavy trucks.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DRUM - CHAMBER
95V018000FREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONfrom 05/01/1991 to 02/01/1995V (Vehicle)570004/28/1995MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC02/06/199502/22/1995
Defect SummaryThe brake chamber mounting studs can loosen or pull through due to fatigue in the brake chamber housing caused by foundation brake chatter.
Consequence SummaryThis condition can result in loss of braking capability.
Corrective SummaryDealers will change the brake lining materials, replace the wing bracket with a reinforced bracket and install brake chambers with reinforced chamber housing and larger (1/2) mounting studs.
NotesSystem: brakes; air;drum and shoe system; chamber.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with 12 and 16 front brake chambers mounted on rockwell foundation brakes.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, contact freightliner at 1-503-735-8000. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - SPRINGS
91V177000FREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONfrom 05/01/1991 to 09/01/1991V (Vehicle)42011/22/1991MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC10/15/199110/17/1991
Defect SummaryThe hook size of the throttle return spring is too small resulting in a tight fit around the anchor nut, causing the throttle return spring to break prematurely.
Consequence SummaryIf the throttle spring breaks, the engine will return to idle speed, which may cause a highway hazard and result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryInstall throttle return springs with larger hooks.
NotesSystem: throttle return springs.vehicle description: heavy trucks with cummins b series engines.
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
93V148000FREIGHTLINER CORP.from 05/01/1991 to 03/01/1992V (Vehicle)98511/19/1993ODIFREIGHTLINER LLC09/14/199309/20/1993
Defect SummaryThe windshield wiper arm support cracks where the wiper arm pivot mounts to the support brackets causing failure of the system.
Consequence SummaryFailure of the windshield wiper system reduces drivervisibility in inclement weather which could result in an accident.
Corrective SummaryRemove and replace the windshield wiper arm support bracket with a redesigned support bracket.
NotesSystem: visual; windshield wiper.vehicle description: medium duty trucks.