NHTSA Campaign Id 00V152001; Date: May. 22, 2000
These vehicles are not in compliance with the standard.
Recalled Vehicles:1995 Freightliner FLN; 1996 Freightliner FLN; 1997 Freightliner FLN; 1998 Freightliner FLN; 1999 Freightliner FLN; 2000 Freightliner FLN
Component: Air Brake
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corporation
Affected Units:: 83
Recall Summary: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.
How to Fix:Dealers will inspect for correct air line routing and reroute if necessary.
Recall 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).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 6, 2001
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