Recall 91V177000: 1991 Freightliner FL80 and 2 other models

Report received

Oct 15, 1991

Manufacturer

Freightliner corporation

Potentially affected

420vehicles

Model years

1991

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 hook size of the throttle return spring is too small resulting in a tight fit around the anchor nut, causing the throttle return spring to break prematurely.

Possible consequence

If the throttle spring breaks, the engine will return to idle speed, which may cause a highway hazard and result in a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Install throttle return springs with larger hooks.

Affected model years

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

• 1991 Freightliner FL-700 complaints
• 1991 Freightliner FL600 complaints
• 1991 Freightliner FL800 complaints