Recall 98V-002: 1995–1996 Freightliner FL-50, 1995–1996 Freightliner FL-60

FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jan 5, 1998, covering about 35 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-002
Report date
Jan 5, 1998
Vehicles affected
35
Owners notified
May 14, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: truck/trailers. The certification labels installed on these vehicles are incorrect. The gross axle weight rating is too high for the tires that were installed.

The risk

The vehicle is too heavy for the tires installed resulting in a tire separation.

The fix

Dealers will install a corrected certification label on these vehicles.

Notes

Owner notification began may 14, 1998. Owners who take their vehicle 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 1-800-547-0712.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerFREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
ComponentEquipment › Other › Labels
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number98V002000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Freightliner FL-501995, 1996All years
Freightliner FL-601995, 1996All 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 98V-002?

Vehicle description: truck/trailers. The certification labels installed on these vehicles are incorrect. The gross axle weight rating is too high for the tires that were installed.

How is recall 98V-002 fixed?

Dealers will install a corrected certification label on these vehicles.

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.