1995 FREIGHTLINER FLN Recalls (2)

Campaign:
99V224000 on 08/17/1999
Component:
Steering
Manufactured:
06/30/1992 - 05/28/1999
Affected:
224
Defect:
Vehicle 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:
This condition can result in a loss of steering on the right hand side.
Correction:
Dealers will install nuts and bolts through the universal joint ends and shafts which will create a positive lock between the steering gear boxes.
Notes:
Owner 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).

Campaign:
00V152001 on 05/29/2000
Component:
Service brakes, air
Manufactured:
12/31/1997 - 05/01/2000
Affected:
83
Defect:
Vehicle description: certain tractors fail to comply with fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems." the air lines may not be routed properly to the drive axle service brake relay.
Consequence:
These vehicles are not in compliance with the standard.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect for correct air line routing and reroute if necessary.
Notes:
Owner notification began february 6, 2001. 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).

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