Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #93V140000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 93V140000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 336 affected units, STEERING:POWER ASSIST, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Power steering hose assemblies were built with incorrect end fittings. These end fittings were rated at 1250 psi working pressure and the correct end fittings are rated at 2000 psi.

Corrective Action

Remove and replace the power steering pressure line between the power steering pump and the steering gear box.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 93V140000

Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc

Report Received Date: 1993-08-24T00:00:00

Subject: Steering:power assist

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 336

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Power steering hose assemblies were built with incorrect end fittings. These end fittings were rated at 1250 psi working pressure and the correct end fittings are rated at 2000 psi.

Consequence Summary: The end fittings could fail under normal system pressure,resulting in loss of power steering assist and/or leakage of power steeringfluid. Loss of power steering assist may result in loss of steering controlwhich may cause an accident. Leakage of power steering fluid may result in afire.

Corrective Action: Remove and replace the power steering pressure line between the power steering pump and the steering gear box.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-9m5z-tcej-2yrg

NHTSA ID: 93V140000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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