Safety defect investigations, technical specifications, and manufacturer repair notices for Canadian owners.
Enter a VIN to identify your vehicle and find Canadian recall notices that may apply to its make, model and year. Confirm VIN-specific eligibility and repair status with the manufacturer.
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Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1998 Freightliner Xc Chassis in Canada.
On certain vehicles, if the front wheels are turned when the air suspension is exhausted, the brake chamber mounting bracket may be damaged due to an interference. This can result in brake drag. Correction: All axle stops will be removed and replaced.
A failure of this component (brakes) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
Certain vehicles do not comply with Regulation 6 - Statement of Compliance. The tire pressure on the certification label is incorrect for the designated GAWR. Correction: Owners will be mailed an overlay with the correct tire pressure for the certification label.
A failure of this component (other) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 101 - Location and Identification of Controls and Displays. Vehicles do not meet the dash light Intensity requirement of the standard. Correction: A dash light dimmer switch will be installed. Note: Superseded by recall 1999173.
A failure of this component (lights and instruments) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
Official Transport Canada safety campaigns, Canadian motor vehicle safety compliance standards and live VIN specifications.
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