NHTSA Campaign Id 98V326000; Date: Dec. 21, 1998
This can lead to a separation of the linkage and loss of wiper function, impairing the driver's visibility.
1996 Freightliner Century; 1997 Freightliner Century
Component: Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:linkages
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corporation
Affected Units:: 6,720
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The windshield wiper connecting linkage sockets can wear out prematurely due to insufficient greasing during assembly.
Dealers will replace the connecting linkages with new links that are properly lubricated.
Owner notification began April 20, 1999. 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 1-800-547-0712. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 20, 1999
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