Recall 99V-111: 1999 Freightliner FL-50, 1999 Freightliner FL-60 and 1 more
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on May 6, 1999, covering about 185 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with hydraulic brakes. The hydraulic brake tube to the front left brake can contact the bottom frame rail flange.
The risk
This condition could result in a loss of brake fluid, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the brake tube with one that provides clearance to the frame rail.
Notes
Owner notification began august 20, 1999.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 1-800-547-0712.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V111000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner FL-50 | 1999 | All years |
| Freightliner FL-60 | 1999 | All years |
| Freightliner FL-70 | 1999 | 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 99V-111?
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with hydraulic brakes. The hydraulic brake tube to the front left brake can contact the bottom frame rail flange.
How is recall 99V-111 fixed?
Dealers will replace the brake tube with one that provides clearance to the frame rail.
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.