Vehicle recall 72V276000 · November 15, 1972

1971-1972 Freightliner Freightliner

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Notes: Freightliner campaign no FSB16-17.ALL models w/FH34A, FR34A, FS34A,proto-type rear tandem suspension.possibility that alloy used in casting rhand lh forward spring bracket on rear tandem suspension may not be withinspecification.failure of bracket may occur at point of radial rod to castingconnection.(correct by inspecting and replacing with new replacement parts.).

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 72V276000
Reported to NHTSA: November 15, 1972
Filed by: FREIGHTLINER CORP.
Owner notification: October 23, 1972
Vehicles potentially affected: 161
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf spring assembly › Hanger/bracket

Recall 72V276000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Freightliner Freightliner (1971-1972): 1972, 1971

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