StructureRecall 87V-091 · 1986–1987 Freightliner COE
FREIGHTLINER CORP. recall 87V-091 covers 680 1986–1987 Freightliner COE for a structure problem, reported to NHTSA on June 15, 1987.
Source: NHTSA recall 87V091000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
BUCKLING OF THE TILT CYLINDERS MAY OCCUR WHILE LOWERING THE VEHICLES CAB DUE TO IMPROPER USE OF THE CAB TILT SYSTEM.
The risk
CAB MAY DROP TO ITS LOWERED POSITION.
The fix
REPLACE THE 1 1/2 IN. DIAMETER TILT CYLINDERS ON ALL 104 IN. CABS WITH 2 IN. DIAMETER CYLINDERS.
SYSTEM: CAB TILT.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 104 IN. CAB OVER ENGINE TRUCKS.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 1, 1985 to September 1, 1987. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.