Freightliner Chamber Recall 75V208000 (1,800 Vehicles)

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Freightliner campaign no fl-0038. Stretch cab 1975 built from march 1, 1975 todec. 2, 1975. Possibility that springs in certain combinations with frontaxle, can be deflected to the extent that the left hand brake chamber can makecontact with the transmission shift bracket when front wheels are in certainpositions. Such contact could damage the brake chamber or shift bracket.(Correct by inspecting and installing a "preventor" in the form of an extensionto the top of the front axle spring stop on left handside).

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 75V208000.
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.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
1975 Freightliner Freightliner	0	11	F

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1975 Freightliner Freightliner

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Is the 75V208000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. FREIGHTLINER CORP.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 75V208000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 75V208000 announced?

FREIGHTLINER CORP. reported it to NHTSA on December 9, 1975. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Service brakes: chamber Freightliner recall

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