Recall 86V018000: 1985–1986 Freightliner Freightliner

Report received

Jan 5, 1986

Manufacturer

Freightliner corp.

Potentially affected

226vehicles

Model years

1985–1986

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

The central tube part of the drag link, which is set in a rotational position, does not have enough clearance between the nut or bolt head and the axle beam. Consequence of defect: there could be interference during a right turn wheel cut and may cause the steering linkage to bind, leading to the loss of steering control and an accident.

Remedy

Replace adjustable drag link with an assembly on which only the forward end is adjustable. Also, stake rear end.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1985 Freightliner Freightliner2 complaints
• 1986 Freightliner Freightliner0 complaints