1996 Freightliner Freightliner
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1996 Freightliner Freightliner. Newest first.
The four fasteners that retain the output shaft bearing to the steering column tilt/telescoping mechanism was not torqued properly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If these fasteners become loose and all fall out, the steering column driveline will disconnect from the tilt/telescoping mechanism and the ability to steer the vehicle will be lost.
Remedy
The vehicles will be inspected for loose fasteners and retorqued to the proper specifications if the fasteners are loose.
The equalizing beam shaft of the tandem axle suspension were manufactured from as-rolled sae4140 steel rather than the specified annealed sae4140. these shafts can fracture inside the beam at the toe of the weld.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Vehicles are subject to vehicle tilt and possible rollover in the event that both equalizing beams, on the same side of the vehicle, experience a simultaneous shaft failure. affected suspensions can also drop and contact the road surface generating sparks which could ignite flammable material.
Remedy
Owner notification IS being conducted by neway anchorlok. dealers will inspect and replace all suspension suspension beams with suspension beams containing appropriate shafts.
Owner complaints
6 complaints1 involved a fire
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Radiator assembly · Service brakes, air
1996 freightliner experienced a radiator leak,the brakes needed to be replaced and the compressor failed. *mr the consumer was told before purchase the vehicle had been completely reconditioned and inspected prior to delivery, but the radiator leaked (which wasn't a warranted part), the brakes…
1996 freightliner experienced a radiator leak,the brakes needed to be replaced and the compressor failed. *mr the consumer was told before purchase the vehicle had been completely reconditioned and inspected prior to delivery, but the radiator leaked (which wasn't a warranted part), the brakes needed to be replaced, and the compressor failed (not warranted). in re; 2/1996 freightliner fdl120 tractors & s/n, the second vehicle's vin # [xxx] *scc *jb information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Structure › Body › Door
Potential problem with door safety bolts. The metal door frame around the nader bolt was fatigue and cracked completely through.*mr *ts *jb
- Electrical system › Ignition › Module
When traveling 60-65 mph the ecm went without prior warning, causing loss of steering control, loss of all steering capability. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has replaced the entire ecm. please provide any further details.*ak
- Power train › Axle assembly
Drive axles caught fire.(ohio state police).
- Suspension › Rear › Shock absorber
When driving 55-60 mph, coming into a construction area, the air bag on the left rear suspension blew out, causing the motorhome to drop down on one side. The driver to lost control and hit a barricade. the problem has been corrected. *ak
- Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Vibrations caused by diesel series 60 engines as in the freightliner fld 112 causes alternator to beakdown/fail. *ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- ABS tone ring corrodes causing unintende
Odi initiated pe02-061 based on two reported incidents in which freightliner vehicles equipped with integral ABS tone rings had experienced increased vehicle stopping distance.integral tone rings incorporate the ABS tone ring into the brake rotor to form a one-piece integrated comonent.freightliner has identified 266…
Odi initiated pe02-061 based on two reported incidents in which freightliner vehicles equipped with integral ABS tone rings had experienced increased vehicle stopping distance.integral tone rings incorporate the ABS tone ring into the brake rotor to form a one-piece integrated comonent.freightliner has identified 266 warranty claims for corroded rotors.since the ABS tone ring IS an integral part of the hydraulic brake rotor in the affected freightliner vehicles, corroded rotor sensor teeth may compromise the quaility of the ABS tone ring signal to the ABS ecu.a significant number of freightiner warranty claims indicate that he tone ring condition was discovered by servicing mechanics who were investigating the cause for the illuminated ABS warning light.odi IS concerned as to (1) whether vehicle opeeraotrs are sufficiently cognizant of the importance of having the vehicle serviced in a timely manner in response to the illuminated ABS warning light since the ABS warning light IS the only warning provided before the vehicle stopping distance may be affected and (2) quantifying the extent to which stopping-distance IS affected and assessing the associated risk to safety. Odi conducted a parallel investigation(pe02-060) of increased stopping distance associated with corroded ABS tone rings at international truck.this investigation was concluded on nov 21, 2002 after international truck concluded that the ABS ecu....can misinterpret false wheel speed signals... And notified nhtsa of their intention to conduct a campaign (nhtsa 02v-252) to correct the affected vehicles.recommendation IS to open an engineering analysis.
- Throttle return spring
Freightliner issued a technicla service bulletin initiating a field service modification which involves replacing the old throttle return springs with a improved set of spring
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10127081954-12 Installation of the Fuel Injector.pdf
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