The problem
Engine cooling fan is made of a plastic outer ring and blade molded to a metal center. The fan blades can separate from the hub and disintegrate without warning.
The fix
Immediate replacement of defective fan with an all metal fan will be done free of charge.
Contacts
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.System: engine and engine cooling; cooling fan.Consequences of defect: should blade separation and disintegration occur whilethe vehicle is being serviced with the cab tilted or hood released and theengine running, severe bodily injury may result.
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 84V042000.
- 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.