REAR AXLE MUST BE RERATED FROM ITS PRESENT 21,200 LBS. GAWR TO 20,000 LBS
— Recall Campaign #88V104000
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.
The recall was influenced by the Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance with about 2,968 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
88V104000
| Manufacturer: | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 01, 1988 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 88V104000 |
| Units affected: | 2,968 |
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- TRUCKS DO NOT COMPLY WITH STANDARD.
- Corrective action:
- RERATE REAR AXLE TO 20,000 GAWR.
- Notes:
- SYSTEM: REAR AXLE/FMVSS 121.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH TYPE 14 BRAKE CHAMBERS ONTHE REAR AXLE.