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1998-1999 Freightliner Argosy recall: controls, pedals and linkages

Freightliner Corporation reported this safety recall on December 14, 1999. It covers about 1,800 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,800
reported
Dec 14, 1999
owners notified
Sep 15, 2000

Service brakes, air: controls, pedals and linkages

What is wrong
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The brake pedal pivot pin retainers may not have been properly installed.
Risk
The brake pedal could move increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake pedal pivot pin with a longer pin that prevents mis-installation of the retaining hitch pin.

Recall number 99V352000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 99V352000

Is there a recall on the 1998-1999 Freightliner Argosy controls, pedals and linkages?

Yes. Recall 99V352000, reported on December 14, 1999, covers about 1,800 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V352000?

Dealers will replace the brake pedal pivot pin with a longer pin that prevents mis-installation of the retaining hitch pin.

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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