Vehicle recall 08V031000 · January 28, 2008
Freightliner Classic XL, FLD Classic and 1 more model
On certain trucks, the jam nuts on the brake pushrod between the pedal and the brake valve may not have been tightened.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain trucks, the jam nuts on the brake pushrod between the pedal and the brake valve may not have been tightened. These nuts secure the adjustment of the brake pedal pushrod.
- Consequence
- This could result in a gradual loss in braking performance leading to a possible vehicle crash without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and correct the brake pedal pushrod assembly. The recall began on February 19, 2008. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
- Notes
- Dtna recall no. Fl-522.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 08V031000
- Reported to NHTSA
- January 28, 2008
- Filed by
- DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-522
- Owner notification
- February 19, 2008
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 141
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Freightliner Classic XL (2008): 2008
- Freightliner FLD Classic (2008): 2008
- Freightliner FLD SD (2008): 2008
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