Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #94V068000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 94V068000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 1,400 affected units, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

A larger than specified screw was used to mount a power junction stud block to the passenger side of the engine tunnel. The larger screw did not allow adequate clearance between the screw head and the ring terminals which attach to the stud. Contact between the ring terminals and the screw head can cause an electrical short circuit.

Corrective Action

Correct size mounting fasteners will be installed to replace the oversize screws. These will be recessed into the mounting block and cannot come into contact with the ring terminals.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 94V068000
Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc
Report Received Date: 1994-04-11T00:00:00
Subject: Electrical system:wiring
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 1,400

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: A larger than specified screw was used to mount a power junction stud block to the passenger side of the engine tunnel. The larger screw did not allow adequate clearance between the screw head and the ring terminals which attach to the stud. Contact between the ring terminals and the screw head can cause an electrical short circuit.
Consequence Summary: Electrical short circuits in the engine compartment can lead to possible fires without prior warning.
Corrective Action: Correct size mounting fasteners will be installed to replace the oversize screws. These will be recessed into the mounting block and cannot come into contact with the ring terminals.

Safety Information

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

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 94V068000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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