Recall 86V-011: 1984–1985 Freightliner Freightliner

FREIGHTLINER CORP. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Jan 28, 1986, covering about 25,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
86V-011
Report date
Jan 28, 1986
Vehicles affected
25,000
Owners notified
Mar 7, 1986

The problem

The center bracket, one of the three used to hold the grab handle in place, contains a rivet which may not be properly align. This allows a small gap to exist between the rivet head and the bracket. Consequence of defect: a ring on a finger could be caught in the gap and result in personal injury to a person getting out or into the cab.

The fix

Remove the rivet on each center bracket.

Notes

System: grab handle for cab entry and exits.vehicle description: c.o.e. And long nose conventional trucks.

Recall details

ManufacturerFREIGHTLINER CORP.
ComponentStructure › Body
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number86V011000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Freightliner Freightliner1984, 1985All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 86V-011?

The center bracket, one of the three used to hold the grab handle in place, contains a rivet which may not be properly align. This allows a small gap to exist between the rivet head and the bracket. Consequence of defect: a ring on a finger could be caught in the gap and result in personal injury to a person getting out or into the cab.

How is recall 86V-011 fixed?

Remove the rivet on each center bracket.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.