Home / Latest recalls / 88V168

Freightliner Conventional Recall 88V168: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages

NHTSA campaign 88V168, reported October 24, 1988, 4,513 vehicles potentially affected.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 88V168FREIGHTLINER CORP.
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Problem
FASTENERS THAT RETAIN THE BRAKE PEDAL TO THE PIVOT TUBE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY TORQUED.
Risk
BRAKE PEDALS COULD DETACH FROM THE PIVOT TUBE WHILE TRUCKIS IN OPERATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
REINSTALL BRAKE PEDAL CLAMP FASTENERS WITH LOCTITE AND TORQUE PROPERLY.
Notes
SYSTEM: BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LONG CONVENTIONAL TRUCKS.

Affected vehicles

Freightliner Conventional1988