NHTSA Recall 79V245000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V245000; Date: Nov. 6, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 Freightliner COE; 1979 Freightliner Conventional
Component: Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corp.
Affected Units:: 6,000
Recall Summary:
The park/run valve in the windshield wiper motor may stick in the park position. An out of balance dimension in the cylinder resulted in an undersized bore which may cause the plunger to stick. Therefore, the wiper motor may fail to start.
How to Fix:
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the windshield wiper motors for conventional models. Also, the control valves on the dash will be replaced at no cost to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks. System: visual; windshield, wiper, motor. Consequences of defect: if the wiper should fail to start, visibility may beseriously impaired and a vehicle accident may result. Note: the wiper system may be underpowered and may operate somewhat sluggishly.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 15, 1980
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