1985 Freightliner Conventional
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
7 recalls name the 1985 Freightliner Conventional. Newest first.
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.
Fastener that connects the harness belt d ring to the b pillar may not be long enough to provide full thread engagement with the anchorage weld nut.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Seat belts could fail and not adequately protect theoccupant.
Remedy
Replace mounting hardware with hex shoulder bolt and .55 inch spacer.
Incorrect size air brake actuator chambers were installed on the drive axles.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in increased stopping distance.
Remedy
Replace drive axle brake chambers with correct size chambers.
Under certain conditions, an electrical short circuit can develop.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Short circuit could result in trucks catching fire.
Remedy
Replace existing picture frame type battery retainer with an I frame retainer and install convoluted tubing over positive battery cable.
Seat belts can loosen as the truck IS driven. consequence of defect: driver and passenger would not be properly restrained in event of a sudden stop or crash.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Replace the non locking retractor seat belts with automatic locking retractor seat belts.
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.
Steering column mounting bolts may be absent, leaving only the knee pad to hold the steering wheel and column in place. consequence of defect: under certain driving conditions, knee pad attaching bolts may not be sufficient, allowing the steering column…
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Install clamps and bolts, if missing, or check existing bolts for tightness.
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