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Vehicle recall 85V020000 · February 20, 1985

Mercedes-Benz L1113, L1117 and 2 more models

A steel tube that delivers air to the front axle air brake chamber can contact the front shock absorber.

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

Summary
A steel tube that delivers air to the front axle air brake chamber can contact the front shock absorber. Consequence of defect: repeated contact can wear a hole in the tube, causing air pressure to be lost during brake application. This could result in impaired braking capability and an accident.
Remedy
Reroute steel tube and/or replace, as necessary.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavyduty trucks equipped with full air brakes.system: air brakes.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
85V020000
Reported to NHTSA
February 20, 1985
Filed by
FREIGHTLINER CORP.
Owner notification
March 12, 1985
Vehicles potentially affected
4,000
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Service brakes, air › Supply › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Recall 85V020000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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