Vehicle recall 80V092000 · June 26, 1980
1980 Mercedes-Benz L1013
An incorrect rim flap has been installed which allows the inner tube to protrude through the rim valve opening and cause a chafing condition.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- An incorrect rim flap has been installed which allows the inner tube to protrude through the rim valve opening and cause a chafing condition. This could lead to rapid loss of air from the tire.
- Remedy
- Dealer will install the correct rim flap without charge.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: trucks.system: wheels; rim flap.consequences of defect: loss of air could cause loss of vehicle control and anaccident.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 80V092000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 26, 1980
- Filed by
- MERCEDES-BENZ USA, INC.
- Owner notification
- July 16, 1980
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 99
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Wheels › Rim
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Mercedes-Benz L1013 (1980): 1980
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