NHTSA Recall 97V052000
NHTSA Campaign Id 97V052000; Date: Apr. 8, 1997
The vehicle can move after being placed in park increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1995 Freightliner Fl-70; 1996 Freightliner Fl-70; 1997 Freightliner Fl-70; 1995 Oshkosh MT45; 1996 Oshkosh MT45; 1997 Oshkosh MT45
Component: Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:column Shift
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corporation
Affected Units:: 5,997
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: vans and trucks equipped with an optional automatic transmission shift lever that includes a park brake position. The transmission shifter/park brake lever can bind before fully engaging in the park brake position causing a false park condition.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install a spacer plate in the shifter and inspect for the presence of an "e" clip that detains the detent pin.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin may 6, 1997. 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 1-503-735-8662. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 3, 1997
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