NHTSA Recall 96V043000
NHTSA Campaign Id 96V043000; Date: Mar. 4, 1996
These cracks could cause the bolts to fail allowing the brake assemblies to separate from the axles increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Freightliner FLD
Component: Air Brake
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corporation
Affected Units:: 220
Recall Summary:
The bolts used to mount the brake assemblies to the axles may have cracks from improper heat treatment.
How to Fix:
Dealers will remove and replace all brake mounting bolts.
Recall Notes:
System: brakes; air systems. Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy with a reasonable time, should contact freightliner at 1-503-735-8078. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 17, 1996
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