1969 FREIGHTLINER FREIGHTLINER Recalls (3)

Campaign:: 74V158000 on 10/11/1979
Component:: Suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly:hanger/bracket
Affected:: 26
Notes:: Freightliner campaign no fl-0028.tractor.possibility that the suspensionbeam hanger brackets on the tandem rear axles may develop cracks after 200,000milesof over-the-road service.if this condition exists it can eventuallycause the brackets to fail and can result in loss of vehicle control.thisrecall supplements 71-0071 initiated on april 23, 1971 for the same defect.(correct by inspecting and replacing brackets where necessary).
Campaign:: 75V119000 on 10/11/1979
Component:: Service brakes, air:controls
Affected:: 3,200
Notes:: Truck.manf'd after aug.1967.possibility that fatigue cracks can developin the area of the brake pedal around the pivot pin holes.(correct byinspecting and replacing pedal with an improved design)
Campaign:: 70V021000 on 10/11/1979
Component:: Steering:rack and pinion
Affected:: 4,000
Notes:: Possibility that upper steering gear boot that attaches to deck and seals tosteering driveline may be abnormally tacky on inside.under certainoperations, this could cause boot to adhere to driveline, pulling itself loosefrom its seal on the deck and causing interference in the turning of steeringwheel.(correct by adding a bushing sleeve inside of boot.)

1969 FREIGHTLINER FREIGHTLINER TSB