NHTSA Recall 00V427000
NHTSA Campaign Id 00V427000; Date: Dec. 29, 2000
A loss of air on the inner tire could overload the outer tire if undetected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2000 Freightliner VCL; 2000 Freightliner XC; 2000 Freightliner XCS
Component: Tires:valve
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corporation
Affected Units:: 3,446
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: RV chassis. The valve stem on the rear inner tire could rub against the wheel and develop a leak.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install a valve stem extension stabilizer.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began April 3, 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: Apr 3, 2001
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