Defect Description For Recall
A Larger Than Specified Screw Was Used To Mount A Power JunCTIon StUD Block To The Passenger Side Of The Engine Tunnel. The Larger Screw Did Not Allow Adequate Clearance Between The Screw Head And The Ring Terminals Which Attach To The Stud. Contact Between The Ring Terminals And The Screw Head Can Cause An Electrical Short Circuit.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
FLB
Year
1993
Recall Campaign Number
94V068000
Component Description
Electrical System:Wiring
Effect Of Defect
Electrical Short Circuits In The Engine Compartment Can Lead To Possible Fires Without Prior Warning.
Fix Defect
Correct Size Mounting Fasteners Will Be Installed To Replace The Oversize Screws. These Will Be Recessed Into The Mounting Block And Cannot Come Into Contact With The Ring Terminals.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Freightliner Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
19930601
End Of Manufacture
19940301
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1400
Date Owners Notified
19940618
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Date Report Received
19940411