1985 Freightliner Coe
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
6 recalls name the 1985 Freightliner Coe. Newest first.
The steering gear mounting bracket welds may crack under certain steering load conditions.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Steering control would be adversely affected withpotential for loss of truck control and an accident.
Remedy
Replace steering gear mounting bracket with a redesigned bracket.
Corrosion of the grabhandle at its mounting surface may lead to cracking or loss of strength.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Failure of grabhandle during use could result inpersonal injury.
Remedy
Replace grabhandle and its fastener with improved grabhandle; also, install gasket between the handle and air starter reservoir.
Steering arm may fail if used on eaton efa12f4 from axle in conjunction with ross hfb70 power steering gear.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A failed steering gear arm could lead to loss of vehiclecontrol and vehicle crash.
Remedy
Install a nonadjustable 1500 psi power steering pump pressure relief valve to limit steering arm forces. replace steering arm with a design capable of withstanding higher forces. adjust maximum poppet valve settings to 500 psi and adjust axle stops.
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.…
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Replace the end brackets with a modified design utilizing a rubber isolater. also, add a plastic sleeve to the center bracket for isolation.
Change in vendor's production tooling resulted in a fit between the radiator cap and filler neck which may be too loose. consequence of defect: the loose fit could allow the cap to be removed before internal pressure IS completely released. Hot radiator…
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The defective filler neck assembly will be replaced to correct this malfunction.
Cracks can develop in the oil filter mounting brackets near the bolts that attach the brackets to the frame side member. consequence of defect: if cracks progress to the point of failure, the filter assembly could fall out and possibly be struck by other…
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