NHTSA Recall 96V197000
NHTSA Campaign Id 96V197000; Date: Oct. 8, 1996
The shorted relay can result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Freightliner Century
Component: Visibility:defroster/defogger System
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corporation
Affected Units:: 3,800
Recall Summary:
An electrical short can occur in the auxilliary heater/airconditioning blower if exposed to water.
How to Fix:
Dealers will remove and replace the relay with one that resists shorting if contacted by water and does not support combustion even if shorted.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description:heavy duty trucks with sleeper cabs. Owner notification:owner notification is expected to be completed by October 18, 1996. Note: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 1-503-735-8000. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 11, 1996
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