NHTSA Recall 94V075000
NHTSA Campaign Id 94V075000; Date: Mar. 15, 1994
Knuckle failure can result in possible wheel assembly separation and a loss of vehicle control.
Recalled Vehicles:
1986 Freightliner FLA; 1987 Freightliner FLA; 1988 Freightliner FLA; 1989 Freightliner FLA; 1986 Freightliner FLC; 1987 Freightliner FLC; 1988 Freightliner FLC; 1989 Freightliner FLC; 1986 Freightliner FLD; 1987 Freightliner FLD; 1988 Freightliner FLD; 1989 Freightliner FLD; 1986 Freightliner FLT; 1987 Freightliner FLT; 1988 Freightliner FLT; 1989 Freightliner FLT
Component: Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corporation
Affected Units:: 2,336
Recall Summary:
Fatigue cracks develop in the front axle knuckle suppport on high mileage vehicles that can cause knuckle failure.
How to Fix:
Replace the front axle knuckle assemblies with a redesigned knuckle that has a radius in the area where cracks have been found.
Recall Notes:
System: suspension; I-beam; solid; front spindle; knuckle. Vehicle description: medium duty trucks with gkn front axles. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided in a reasonable amount of time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact freightliner at 1-503-735-8000. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 9, 1994
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