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1985 Mercedes-Benz L1316 Recalls

  1. Recall Description

    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.

    Possible Effects

    Action

    REROUTE STEEL TUBE AND/OR REPLACE, AS NECESSARY.

    Notes

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVYDUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH FULL AIR BRAKES.SYSTEM: AIR BRAKES.

    Recall Manufacture Dates

    1984-03-01 - 1985-02-01

    Vehicles Affected

    4000

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