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1991-1997 Freightliner Business Class recall: fan

Freightliner Corporation reported this safety recall on March 4, 1998. It covers about 8,485 vehicles.

vehicles affected
8,485
reported
Mar 4, 1998
owners notified
Aug 17, 1998

Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan

What is wrong
Vehicle description: truck-tractors equipped with 26" 8-blade metal engine cooling fans. The fan blades can fatigue crack and eventually separate from the fan.
Risk
If the fan blade breaks while a person was working in the engine, personal injury could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace these fans with fans which are more durable.

Recall number 98V052000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 98V052000

Is there a recall on the 1991-1997 Freightliner Business Class fan?

Yes. Recall 98V052000, reported on March 4, 1998, covers about 8,485 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V052000?

Dealers will replace these fans with fans which are more durable.

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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