1993-1997 Freightliner MB, Freightliner MT and others recall: arm
Freightliner Corporation reported this safety recall on July 21, 1998. It covers about 5,041 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,041
- reported
- Jul 21, 1998
- owners notified
- Aug 21, 1998
Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: walk-in van and shuttle bus chassis equipped with meritor model fc-921 front axles. Stress cracks can occur in the left front axle steering knuckle.
- Risk
- This condition can lead to loss of steering control.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the left hand steering knuckle with a newly designed knuckle with a larger cross section in the area that was cracking.
Recall number 98V156000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 98V156000
Is there a recall on the 1993-1997 Freightliner MB, Freightliner MT and others arm?
Yes. Recall 98V156000, reported on July 21, 1998, covers about 5,041 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V156000?
Dealers will replace the left hand steering knuckle with a newly designed knuckle with a larger cross section in the area that was cracking.
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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