1986 FREIGHTLINER FREIGHTLINER Recalls (4)

Campaign:
86V018000 on 02/09/1986
Component:
Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection
Manufactured:
01/31/1985 - 12/31/1985
Affected:
226
Defect:
The central tube part of the drag link, which is set in a rotational position, does not have enough clearance between the nut or bolt head and the axle beam. consequence of defect: there could be interference during a right turn wheel cut and may cause the steering linkage to bind, leading to the loss of steering control and an accident.
Correction:
Replace adjustable drag link with an assembly on which only the forward end is adjustable. also, stake rear end.
Notes:
System: steering. vehicle description: heavy duty trucks fitted with a model gkn120 front axle.

Campaign:
87V019000 on 03/01/1987
Component:
Suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly:hanger/bracket
Manufactured:
02/28/1986 - 12/31/1986
Affected:
83
Defect:
Welds joining the axle support bracket to the rear drive axle may be defective due to insufficient coverage and/or penetration.
Consequence:
Welds could fail, resulting in rear axle separating fromthe suspension.
Correction:
Remove existing welds and reweld by a certified welder.
Notes:
System: axle support bracket welds.vehicle description: high coe and long conventional trucks equipped with tandemdrive hendrickson suspensions and eaton axles.

Campaign:
87V032000 on 03/19/1987
Component:
Seat belts:front:retractor
Manufactured:
08/31/1986 - 01/31/1987
Affected:
71
Defect:
Seat belt mounting bracket strength may be below requirement of fmvss 209 and could crack.
Consequence:
Seat belt may not properly restrain occupant; also,vehicles do not comply with fmvss 209.
Correction:
Replace 3 point seat belt retractor mounting bolt 601-b brackets.
Notes:
System: seat belt retractor mounting brackets/fmvss 209.vehicle descriptio: cab over engine and long conventional trucks.

Campaign:
87V102000 on 07/14/1987
Component:
Seat belts
Manufactured:
07/31/1986 - 04/30/1987
Affected:
16
Defect:
Fasteners used to assemble the d ring anchorage for the shoulder harness may not provide sufficient strength to meet specified load requirements of fmvss 210.
Consequence:
Trucks do not comply with fmvss 210.
Correction:
Replace monobolt fasteners with high clamp 1/4 in blind rivets.
Notes:
System: seat belts/fmvss 210.vehicle description: 120 ft long conventional trucks equipped with optionaltype 2 seat belt assemblies.

1986 FREIGHTLINER FREIGHTLINER TSB

Bulletin:
954-12
Component:
073200 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
Summary:
954-12 installation of the fuel injector.pdf

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