1988 FREIGHTLINER FLD Recalls (2)

Campaign:
91V084000 on 06/10/1991
Component:
Steering:wheel and handle bar
Manufactured:
03/31/1988 - 09/30/1990
Affected:
2,976
Defect:
Malformed steering wheel center section could result in a fracture of the upper hub casting. this may lead to separation of the steering wheel from the steering column mounting hub.
Consequence:
Fractured upper hub casting could result in loss ofsteering control without warning and an accident.
Correction:
Remove and replace the upper hub casting and install a hub plate.
Notes:
System: steering wheels.vehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with optional leather covered steering wheel.

Campaign:
94V075000 on 05/02/1994
Component:
Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Affected:
2,336
Defect:
Fatigue cracks develop in the front axle knuckle suppport on high mileage vehicles that can cause knuckle failure.
Consequence:
Knuckle failure can result in possible wheel assembly separation and a loss of vehicle control.
Correction:
Replace the front axle knuckle assemblies with a redesigned knuckle that has a radius in the area where cracks have been found.
Notes:
System: suspension; i-beam; solid; front spindle; knuckle.vehicle description: medium duty trucks with gkn front axles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided in a reasonable amount of time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect, 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.

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