1991 Freightliner MB80
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1991 Freightliner MB80. Newest first.
The windshield wiper arm support cracks where the wiper arm pivot mounts to the support brackets causing failure of the system.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Failure of the windshield wiper system reduces drivervisibility in inclement weather which could result in an accident.
Remedy
Remove and replace the windshield wiper arm support bracket with a redesigned support bracket.
A number of cabs were assembled with fewer welds than specified in the upper b pillar near the anchorage for the seat belt. Welding materials used on the inboard anchorage bracket under the cab deck will not meet fmvss no. 210 load test requirements when three seating positions are provided.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Safety belt anchorage systems that do not comply to theload test requirements subject the seat occupant to greater risk of injury inthe event of a sudden stop or accident.
Remedy
Add reinforcement welds in the upper b pillar and add fasteners to the lower deck anchorage bracket.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Windshield wiper failures
There is no summary currently available
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