Recall 93V-004: 1991–1992 Freightliner FLC106

FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on Jan 12, 1993, covering about 54 vehicles.

NHTSA number
93V-004
Report date
Jan 12, 1993
Vehicles affected
54
Owners notified
Feb 15, 1993

The problem

The metal sheathing of the parking brake cable can separate allowing the inner load bearing cable to pull through the housing, relaxing cable tension and releasing the parking brake.

The risk

Releasing the parking brake without operator intent cancause vehicle rollaway and result in a vehicle accident.

The fix

Replace the parking brake cable.

Notes

System: parking brake.vehicle description: heavy trucks with hydraulic brake systems and mechanicalparking brake systems.

Recall details

ManufacturerFREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
ComponentParking Brake › Conventional › Mechanical › Linkage and Cable
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number93V004000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Freightliner FLC1061991, 1992All 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 93V-004?

The metal sheathing of the parking brake cable can separate allowing the inner load bearing cable to pull through the housing, relaxing cable tension and releasing the parking brake.

How is recall 93V-004 fixed?

Replace the parking brake cable.

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.