Defect Description For Recall
Because The Air Brake Chambers Are Located Above The Rear Axle Housing, The Air Hose, Which Fits On Top Of The Chambers, Could Come In Contact With The Underside Of The Body.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
L1117
Year
1984
Recall Campaign Number
84V081000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Drum:Chamber
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Air Chambers Will Be Repositioned In Order To Lower The Fittings. In Addition, Axle Stops Will Be Installed (With The Exception Of Vehicles With 5900 Mm Wheel Base) In Order To Ensure MinimUM Upward Travel Of The Axle.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Freightliner Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19840401
End Of Manufacture
19840601
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
428
Date Owners Notified
19840720
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
19840709