Tl* the contact owns a 1993 freightliner fld120 dump truck equipped with dunlop dynatrac tire, size 425/65/r22.5. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the vehicle started to jerk violently. After inspecting the vehicle, he realized that the front driver's side tire became flat from the sidewall area. The tire was replaced. The failure also occurred on the front passenger's side tire six months later. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to diagnose failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The tires were replaced. The tire failure mileage was 8,000. The vehicle failure and current mileage was 600,000.
The worst 1993 Freightliner FLD120 problems
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- Tires1
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- Tires1
Recalls 3
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor
- What is wrong
- Contact may occur between the windshield wiper motor and a huck bolt collar which causes a gear within the motor to fracture resulting in complete failure of the windshield wiper system.
- Risk
- Failure of the windshield wiper system reduces the operator's road vision in inclement weather and could result in a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove and replace the windshield wiper motor and remove the huck bolt and replace it with a pull-type rivet.
Recall number 94V010000 · Recall details
Steering: hydraulic power assist system
- What is wrong
- Power steering hose assemblies were built with incorrect end fittings. These end fittings were rated at 1250 psi working pressure and the correct end fittings are rated at 2000 psi.
- Risk
- The end fittings could fail under normal system pressure,resulting in loss of power steering assist and/or leakage of power steeringfluid. Loss of power steering assist may result in loss of steering controlwhich may cause an accident. Leakage of power steering fluid may result in afire.
- Remedy
- Remove and replace the power steering pressure line between the power steering pump and the steering gear box.
Recall number 93V140000 · Recall details
Steering: linkages
- What is wrong
- Interference between the pitman arm and the steering gear housing due to insufficient clearance.
- Risk
- This condition can cause limited or complete loss ofsteering control.
- Remedy
- Inspect vehicles for clearance and replace pitman arm if additional clearance with steering gear housing is necessary.
Recall number 93V103000 · Recall details
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Is the 1993 Freightliner FLD120 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1993 Freightliner FLD120, fewer than a typical FLD120 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1993 Freightliner FLD120?
Tires, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1993 Freightliner FLD120 have?
3 recalls, covering visibility and steering.
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