The problem
On certain trucks, the brake pedal pushrod was not tightened properly during assembly.
The risk
Loose brake pedal pushrod jam nuts could cause loss of control of the vehicle and a crash may occur.
The fix
Dealers will adjust the pedal pushrod. The recall began on april 11, 2005. Owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Contacts
Freightliner recall no. Fl-437. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Freightliner dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 04V591000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.