Mercedes Benz L1113 1982

Model L1113 made in 1982 by Mercedes Benz got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningsteering, wheels.

Model 1982

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STEERING - LINKAGES - LINK - DRAG - CONNECTION
87V176000FREIGHTLINER CORP. to 05/01/1983V (Vehicle)2338602/25/1988MFRMERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.11/17/198711/24/1987
Defect SummarySlot in steering drag link to allow for clamping of the ball joint may not be fully closed by the ball joint thread.
Consequence SummaryWater may enter the drag link and result in corrosionwhich lowers strength of drag link making it subject to fracture.
Corrective SummaryReplace drag link if opening exist; also, threaded stud of ball joint has been extended for complete closure of the slot.
NotesSystem: steering drag linkvehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with hydraulic steering.
WHEELS - MULTI PIECE
83V069000MERCEDES-BENZ USA, INC.from 06/01/1982 to 12/01/1982V (Vehicle)2007/25/1983MFRMERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.07/26/198308/03/1983
Defect SummaryThe defect is in the wheel rim side ring. the wheel is made up of a disc and rim assembly, side ring and lock ring. the side ring may have been improperly sized with respect to the other components.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryAll wheels including spare will be inspected. the side ring or the complete rim will be replaced, as necessary.
NotesVehicle description: trucks.system: suspension; wheel rim side ring.consequences of defect: due to the improper size of the side ring, it may slipoff during vehicle operation. this could result in a vehicle accident, personalinjury and property damage. this damage would result from loss of the rimpieces.