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1998 Freightliner FL-50 recalls

There is 1 safety recall on record for the 1998 Freightliner FL-50, covering 1,935 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Parking brake: drivelineReported April 20, 1999 · 1,935 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with a driveline parking brake. The fasteners that connect the end of transmission companion flange to the park drum and driveline may loosen.
Risk
If this is undetected, the fasteners may fatigue and eventually shear off allowing the driveline to separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the flange fasteners for proper torque and replace any fasteners found loose. If the fasteners are found to be properly torqued, they will be removed, permalock will be added, and then retorqued to proper specifications.

Recall number 99V085000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 1998 Freightliner FL-50 have?

1, covering parking brake.

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