Mercedes-Benz L1317 Recall 88V104: Suspension:Rear

NHTSA campaign 88V104, reported July 1, 1988, 2,968 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 88V104FREIGHTLINER CORP.

Component: SUSPENSION:REAR
Problem: REAR AXLE MUST BE RERATED FROM ITS PRESENT 21,200 LBS. GAWR TO 20,000 LBS. AS THE MAXIMUM LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY OF THE AXLE TO COMPLY WITH FMVSS 121.
Risk: TRUCKS DO NOT COMPLY WITH STANDARD.
Remedy: RERATE REAR AXLE TO 20,000 GAWR.
Notes: SYSTEM: REAR AXLE/FMVSS 121.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH TYPE 14 BRAKE CHAMBERS ONTHE REAR AXLE.

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