Freightliner Universal Joint Recall 91V224000 (15K Vehicles)

The problem

The interaxle driveline u-joints may fail at low mileage due to a lack of lubrication in the u-joint during the assembly process.

The risk

The driveline could separate without prior warning whichcould result in vehicle damage to trucks, nearby vehicles, and injury to anyonein the area when driveline separation occurs.

The fix

REMOVE AND REPLACE THE INTERAXLE U-JOINTS.

Contacts

System: transmission.Vehicle description: heavy trucks. Class 8 dual drive vehicles equipped withrockwell interaxle drivelines.

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 91V224000.
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
1991 Freightliner Fla	1	4	F
1991 Freightliner FLC	0	1	C
1991 Freightliner FLD	0	3	B

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

1991 Freightliner Fla

1991 Freightliner FLC

1991 Freightliner FLD

Questions

Is the 91V224000 recall repair free?

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

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 91V224000?

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 91V224000 announced?

FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported it to NHTSA on December 30, 1991. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Power train: universal joint Freightliner recall