Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #86V118000

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 86V118000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 6,800 affected units, STRUCTURE:BODY:GRAB BAR:STRAP MOUNTING ASSIST, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The handhold mounting system, which consists of a tubular handle held in three places by cast aluminum brackets and attached to the engine exhaust muffler heat shield. vibration from this system causes the handhold parts to wear. consequence of defect: if the parts wear thin the possibility exists that the handhold might give way under the weight of a driver. this could result in personal injury.

Corrective Action

Replace the end brackets with a modified design utilizing a rubber isolater. also, add a plastic sleeve to the center bracket for isolation.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 86V118000

Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc

Report Received Date: 1986-08-26T00:00:00

Subject: Structure:body:grab bar:strap mounting assist

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 6,800

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The handhold mounting system, which consists of a tubular handle held in three places by cast aluminum brackets and attached to the engine exhaust muffler heat shield. vibration from this system causes the handhold parts to wear. consequence of defect: if the parts wear thin the possibility exists that the handhold might give way under the weight of a driver. this could result in personal injury.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Replace the end brackets with a modified design utilizing a rubber isolater. also, add a plastic sleeve to the center bracket for isolation.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-ji4x.qcv5~ggn8

NHTSA ID: 86V118000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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