Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #05V285000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V285000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 1,786 affected units, FRONT HUB/CONMET, component: WHEELS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks equipped with 3rd generation conmet aluminum wheels, the drum mounting flange on the conmet truturn brake drum may have been manufactured with a taper from the pilot hole to the barrel of the drum.

Corrective Action

After further investigation and testing, freightliner has revised the population and the remedy (december 22, 2005). therefore, the recall began on march 15, 2006. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V285000

Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc

Report Received Date: 2005-06-14T00:00:00

Subject: Front hub/conmet

Component: Wheels

Potentially Affected Units: 1,786

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-451

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trucks equipped with 3rd generation conmet aluminum wheels, the drum mounting flange on the conmet truturn brake drum may have been manufactured with a taper from the pilot hole to the barrel of the drum.

Consequence Summary: This taper may cause cracking or fractures of the front hub. this could cause a crash without prior warning.

Corrective Action: After further investigation and testing, freightliner has revised the population and the remedy (december 22, 2005). therefore, the recall began on march 15, 2006. 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-cevv-gkmz-d7uz

NHTSA ID: 05V285000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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