Recall 99V-352: 1998–1999 Freightliner Argosy

FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Dec 14, 1999, covering about 1,800 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-352
Report date
Dec 14, 1999
Vehicles affected
1,800
Owners notified
Sep 15, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The brake pedal pivot pin retainers may not have been properly installed.

The risk

The brake pedal could move increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the brake pedal pivot pin with a longer pin that prevents mis-installation of the retaining hitch pin.

Notes

Freightliner recall no. Fl-247.owner notification began september 15, 2000.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

ManufacturerFREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
ComponentService Brakes, Air › Controls, Pedals and Linkages
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V352000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Freightliner Argosy1998, 1999All 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-352?

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The brake pedal pivot pin retainers may not have been properly installed.

How is recall 99V-352 fixed?

Dealers will replace the brake pedal pivot pin with a longer pin that prevents mis-installation of the retaining hitch 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.