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1998 Freightliner MT55 problems

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Owner complaints
0
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
1

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Vehicle speed control: cablesReported September 20, 1999 · 15,761 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The throttle cable can bind due to misalignment with the fuel pump assembly.
Risk
Engine speed will not return to idle after the driver releases the accelerator pedal if the cable is binding.
Remedy
Dealers will realign the cable bracket. The cable assembly will be inspected for damage and replaced as necessary.

Recall number 99V255000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Freightliner MT55 1

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Is the 1998 Freightliner MT55 reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1998 Freightliner MT55.

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1 recall, covering vehicle speed control.

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