Recall
Freightliner Classic Xl — 08V031000
NHTSA ID
08V031000
Make
Freightliner
Model
Classic Xl
Years Affected
2008
Recall Date
2008-01-28
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Units Affected
141
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-522
Summary
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE JAM NUTS ON THE BRAKE PUSHROD BETWEEN THE PEDAL AND THE BRAKE VALVE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED. THESE NUTS SECURE THE ADJUSTMENT OF THE BRAKE PEDAL PUSHROD.
Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN A GRADUAL LOSS IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE LEADING TO A POSSIBLE VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND CORRECT THE BRAKE PEDAL PUSHROD ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 19, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DTNA AT 1-800-547-0712.