1997-1998 Freightliner FL-50, Freightliner FL-60 and others recall: driveline

Freightliner Corporation reported this safety recall on April 20, 1999. It covers about 1,935 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 1,935
reported: Apr 20, 1999
owners notified: May 28, 1999

Parking brake: driveline

What is wrong: Vehicle description: trucks equipped with a driveline parking brake. The fasteners that connect the end of transmission companion flange to the park drum and driveline may loosen.
Risk: If this is undetected, the fasteners may fatigue and eventually shear off allowing the driveline to separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the flange fasteners for proper torque and replace any fasteners found loose. If the fasteners are found to be properly torqued, they will be removed, permalock will be added, and then retorqued to proper specifications.

Recall number 99V085000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 99V085000

Is there a recall on the 1997-1998 Freightliner FL-50, Freightliner FL-60 and others driveline?

Yes. Recall 99V085000, reported on April 20, 1999, covers about 1,935 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V085000?

Dealers will inspect the flange fasteners for proper torque and replace any fasteners found loose. If the fasteners are found to be properly torqued, they will be removed, permalock will be added, and then retorqued to proper specifications.

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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