Freightliner 1986–1987 Suspension recall
Recalled February 19, 1987 · NHTSA recall 87V019000 · Freightliner
Hazard
WELDS COULD FAIL, RESULTING IN REAR AXLE SEPARATING FROMTHE SUSPENSION.
Remedy
REMOVE EXISTING WELDS AND REWELD BY A CERTIFIED WELDER.
Units
83 units
Description
WELDS JOINING THE AXLE SUPPORT BRACKET TO THE REAR DRIVE AXLE MAY BE DEFECTIVE DUE TO INSUFFICIENT COVERAGE AND/OR PENETRATION.
What to do
REMOVE EXISTING WELDS AND REWELD BY A CERTIFIED WELDER.
Product
Freightliner FREIGHTLINER
Manufacturer(s)
FREIGHTLINER LLC
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →