Recall 99V255000: 1995–1999 Freightliner MT55 and 1 other model
- Report received
- Sep 20, 1999
- Manufacturer
- Freightliner corporation
- Potentially affected
- 15,761vehicles
- Model years
- 1995–1999
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
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The throttle cable can bind due to misalignment with the fuel pump assembly.
Possible consequence
Engine speed will not return to idle after the driver releases the accelerator pedal if the cable is binding.
Remedy
Dealers will realign the cable bracket. The cable assembly will be inspected for damage and replaced as necessary.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1995 Freightliner MT-450 complaints
- 1996 Freightliner MT-450 complaints
- 1997 Freightliner MT-450 complaints
- 1998 Freightliner MT-450 complaints
- 1999 Freightliner MT-450 complaints
- 1995 Freightliner MT550 complaints
- 1996 Freightliner MT550 complaints
- 1997 Freightliner MT550 complaints
- 1998 Freightliner MT550 complaints
- 1999 Freightliner MT550 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.