Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #97V114001

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 97V114001 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 77,000 affected units, FREIGHTLINER/GROTE TURN SIGNALS, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: heavy duty truck. the shoulder bolt which holds the grote turn signal switch case and components together can loosen resulting in the turn signal malfunctioning.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect these vehicles and tighten any loose bolts and in the turn signal switch within 2 years from the date of the recall notification letter. the shoulder bolt will be removed, cleaned, and reinstalled with loctite. owners can also request loctite and repair instructions so they can fix the vehicles themselves.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 97V114001

Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc

Report Received Date: 1997-08-04T00:00:00

Subject: Freightliner/grote turn signals

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 77,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Vehicle description: heavy duty truck. the shoulder bolt which holds the grote turn signal switch case and components together can loosen resulting in the turn signal malfunctioning.

Consequence Summary: If the turn signal function is lost, following motorists would not be aware of the turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect these vehicles and tighten any loose bolts and in the turn signal switch within 2 years from the date of the recall notification letter. the shoulder bolt will be removed, cleaned, and reinstalled with loctite. owners can also request loctite and repair instructions so they can fix the vehicles themselves.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 97V114001

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