Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #04V453000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V453000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 67 affected units, FREIGHTLINER/NEXGEN/LNG FUEL TANK, component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks equipped with liquid natural gas (lng) style tanks, neither the primary nor the secondary relief valves have opened to relieve tank pressure under certain conditions. specifically, the introduction of water into the discharge side of both of these valves simultaneously and subsequent freezing in service can render the valves temporarily inoperative.

Corrective Action

Dealers will retrofit the lng tanks on the vehicles with a new primary relief valve pipe away tube and a new ventilated shroud cover; ensure the relief valves are moisture free and ensure that the red cover is presently in place on the secondary relief valve. the recall began october 14, 2004. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V453000
Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc
Report Received Date: 2004-09-15T00:00:00
Subject: Freightliner/nexgen/lng fuel tank
Component: Fuel System, Other
Potentially Affected Units: 67

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-432
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain trucks equipped with liquid natural gas (lng) style tanks, neither the primary nor the secondary relief valves have opened to relieve tank pressure under certain conditions. specifically, the introduction of water into the discharge side of both of these valves simultaneously and subsequent freezing in service can render the valves temporarily inoperative.
Consequence Summary: This condition creates the risk of tank over-pressurization and a potential tank rupture, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action: Dealers will retrofit the lng tanks on the vehicles with a new primary relief valve pipe away tube and a new ventilated shroud cover; ensure the relief valves are moisture free and ensure that the red cover is presently in place on the secondary relief valve. the recall began october 14, 2004. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-pr6q-shs8~ba2z
NHTSA ID: 04V453000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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