Mercedes Benz 1984–1986 Suspension recall
Recalled July 1, 1988 · NHTSA recall 88V104000 · Mercedes Benz
Hazard
TRUCKS DO NOT COMPLY WITH STANDARD.
Remedy
RERATE REAR AXLE TO 20,000 GAWR.
Units
2,968 units
Description
REAR AXLE MUST BE RERATED FROM ITS PRESENT 21,200 LBS. GAWR TO 20,000 LBS. AS THE MAXIMUM LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY OF THE AXLE TO COMPLY WITH FMVSS 121.
What to do
RERATE REAR AXLE TO 20,000 GAWR.
Product
Mercedes Benz L1317
Manufacturer(s)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →