Recall 93V-202: 1993 Freightliner FLA, 1993 Freightliner FLB and 1 more

FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Dec 6, 1993, covering about 11,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
93V-202
Report date
Dec 6, 1993
Vehicles affected
11,000
Owners notified
Jan 27, 1994

The problem

The driveline u-joints exhibit excessive rates of failure at low mileages and may cause separation of the interaxle driveline.

The risk

Separation of the interaxle driveline may result in thedriveline falling to the road where it can interfere with traffic and resultin an accident.

The fix

Freightliner dealers will remove and replace the rockwell interaxle u-joints with u-joints of a different design.

Notes

System: powertrain; driveline; universal joint.vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with rockwell interaxledrivelines and freightliner airliner suspension.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact freightliner service center at 1-503-735-8000. Also contact the nationalhighway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerFREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
ComponentPower Train › Driveline › Universal Joint
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number93V202000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Freightliner FLA1993All years
Freightliner FLB1993All years
Freightliner FLD1993All 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-202?

The driveline u-joints exhibit excessive rates of failure at low mileages and may cause separation of the interaxle driveline.

How is recall 93V-202 fixed?

Freightliner dealers will remove and replace the rockwell interaxle u-joints with u-joints of a different design.

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.