1998 Freightliner MT45
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1998 Freightliner MT45. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1998 Freightliner MT45. Newest first.
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. the throttle cable can bind due to misalignment with the fuel pump assembly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Engine speed will not return to idle after the driver releases the accelerator pedal if the cable IS binding.
Remedy
Dealers will realign the cable bracket. the cable assembly will be inspected for damage and replaced as necessary.
Vehicle description: step vans equipped with spicer 6,000 or 8,000 lb. Front steer axles. the tie rod end can pull outboard and separate from the tie rod tube due to improper thread engagement between the male tie rod end and the female tube.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Separation of the tie rod end could result in loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the complete tie rod assembly.
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.
- 612099Some vehicles were built with 12K rear springs instead of 10K rear springs. This causes the body to be too high for the standard federal express loading platforms. The modification consists of installing a new 10K rear spring assembly.
- 612078Subject regarding transmission filter relocation.
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