Recall
Freightliner Business Class — 99V065000
NHTSA ID
99V065000
Make
Freightliner
Model
Business Class
Years Affected
1996
Recall Date
1999-03-29
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Units Affected
142
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-232
Summary
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A BENDIX ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS). THE REAR AXLE ABS MODULATING VALVES MAY BE PLUMBED INCORRECTLY.
Consequence
THIS CAN CAUSE THE REAR AXLE SERVICE BRAKES, WHEN IN THE ABS MODE, TO NOT MODULATE AS INTENDED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR AXLE ABS MODULATING VALVE SUPPLY AND OUTLET PORT FOR CORRECT PLUMBING AND RE-PLUMB IF NECESSARY.