Freightliner Fln 1992

Model Fln made in 1992 by Freightliner got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningsteering, trailer hitches.

Model 1992

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STEERING
99V224000FREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONfrom 07/01/1992 to 05/29/1999V (Vehicle)22410/13/1999MFRFREIGHTLINER LLC08/17/199908/18/1999
Defect SummaryVehicle 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 SummaryThis condition can result in a loss of steering on the right hand side.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install nuts and bolts through the universal joint ends and shafts which will create a positive lock between the steering gear boxes.
NotesOwner 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).
TRAILER HITCHES - FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
00V019002FREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONfrom 03/01/1990 to 08/31/1992V (Vehicle)15108/07/2000ODIFREIGHTLINER LLC01/27/200002/02/2000
Defect SummaryVehicle description: heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with fontaine fifth wheel assemblies. the fifth wheel mounting plates can crack.
Consequence SummaryUnder the trailer loading, the mounting plate could eventually fail due to fatigue.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect and replace the mounting plates that are cracked.
NotesFreightliner recall no. fl-252.owner notification began august 7, 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 1-800-547-0712 or fontaine at 1-800-874-9780.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).