1991 Freightliner FLD Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 1991 Freightliner FLD problems

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Exterior lighting: turn signal: switchReported August 4, 1997 · 77,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: heavy duty truck. The shoulder bolt which holds the grote turn signal switch case and components together can loosen resulting in the turn signal malfunctioning.
Risk: If the turn signal function is lost, following motorists would not be aware of the turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect these vehicles and tighten any loose bolts and in the turn signal switch within 2 years from the date of the recall notification letter. The shoulder bolt will be removed, cleaned, and reinstalled with loctite. Owners can also request loctite and repair instructions so they can fix the vehicles themselves.

Recall number 97V114001 · Recall details

Power train: driveline: universal jointReported December 30, 1991 · 14,660 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The interaxle driveline u-joints may fail at low mileage due to a lack of lubrication in the u-joint during the assembly process.
Risk: The driveline could separate without prior warning whichcould result in vehicle damage to trucks, nearby vehicles, and injury to anyonein the area when driveline separation occurs.
Remedy: Remove and replace the interaxle u-joints.

Recall number 91V224000 · Recall details

Steering: steering wheel/handle barReported June 3, 1991 · 2,976 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Malformed steering wheel center section could result in a fracture of the upper hub casting. This may lead to separation of the steering wheel from the steering column mounting hub.
Risk: Fractured upper hub casting could result in loss ofsteering control without warning and an accident.
Remedy: Remove and replace the upper hub casting and install a hub plate.

Recall number 91V084000 · Recall details

Battery box cover separationOpened March 3, 1994, closed June 20, 1994

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Is the 1991 Freightliner FLD reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1991 Freightliner FLD.

What is the most common problem with the 1991 Freightliner FLD?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 1991 Freightliner FLD have?

3 recalls, covering exterior lighting, power train and steering.

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