2008 Freightliner Classic XL, Freightliner FLD Classic and others recall: pedals and linkages
Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on January 28, 2008. It covers about 141 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 141
- reported
- Jan 28, 2008
- owners notified
- Feb 19, 2008
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks, the jam nuts on the brake pushrod between the pedal and the brake valve may not have been tightened. These nuts secure the adjustment of the brake pedal pushrod.
- Risk
- This could result in a gradual loss in braking performance leading to a possible vehicle crash without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and correct the brake pedal pushrod assembly. The recall began on february 19, 2008. Owners may contact dtna at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 08V031000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 08V031000
Is there a recall on the 2008 Freightliner Classic XL, Freightliner FLD Classic and others pedals and linkages?
Yes. Recall 08V031000, reported on January 28, 2008, covers about 141 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V031000?
Dealers will inspect and correct the brake pedal pushrod assembly. The recall began on february 19, 2008. Owners may contact dtna at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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