1999 Freightliner VCL recalls
There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 1999 Freightliner VCL, covering 21,527 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
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Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: recreational vehicle chassis. A loss of throttle control (engine will return to idle) could occur when the exhaust brake has been activated, the brakes are applied, and the vehicle is coming to a stop.
- Risk
- A loss of throttle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the engine control module. Owner notification began may 14, 2001. 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.
Recall number 01V115000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: recreational vehicle chassis. Interference can occur between the steer axle slack adjusters and the axle knuckle post during a full wheel cut with the brakes applied.
- Risk
- This can result in diminished braking effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the slack adjusters with one that will provide clearance.
Recall number 00V247000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motor home chassis. The tire pressure on the certification labels are incorrect for the designated gross axle weight rating. This does not comply with requirements of part 567, "certification."
- Risk
- This could result in improper inflation of the tires for the gross axle weight rating listed for the chassis.
- Remedy
- Owners will be mailed an overlay with the correct tire pressure.
Recall number 00V040000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1999 Freightliner VCL recalls
How do I check if my 1999 Freightliner VCL has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 1999 Freightliner VCL have?
3, covering vehicle speed control, service brakes, hydraulic and equipment.
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