Recall 97V-052: 1995–1997 Freightliner FL-70, 1995–1997 Oshkosh MT45

FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Apr 8, 1997, covering about 5,997 vehicles.

NHTSA number

97V-052

Report date

Apr 8, 1997

Vehicles affected

5,997

Owners notified

Jun 3, 1997

The problem

Vehicle description: vans and trucks equipped with an optional automatic transmission shift lever that includes a park brake position. The transmission shifter/park brake lever can bind before fully engaging in the park brake position causing a false park condition.

The risk

The vehicle can move after being placed in park increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will install a spacer plate in the shifter and inspect for the presence of an "e" clip that detains the detent pin.

Notes

Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin may 6, 1997.note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-503-735-8662.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

Manufacturer	FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
Component	Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Lever and Linkage › Column Shift
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	97V052000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Freightliner FL-70	1995, 1996, 1997	All years
Oshkosh MT45	1995, 1996, 1997	All 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 97V-052?

How is recall 97V-052 fixed?

Dealers will install a spacer plate in the shifter and inspect for the presence of an "e" clip that detains the detent pin.

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.