The problem
On certain trucks, the jam nuts on the brake pushrod between the pedal and the brake valve may not have been tightened. These nuts secure the adjustment of the brake pedal pushrod.
The risk
This could result in a gradual loss in braking performance leading to a possible vehicle crash without prior warning.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and correct the brake pedal pushrod assembly. The recall began on february 19, 2008. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Contacts
Dtna recall no. Fl-522. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.
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 08V031000.
- 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.