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NHTSARecalled Oct 8, 1996 · #96V197000

FREIGHTLINER/ELECTRICAL

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN OCCUR IN THE AUXILLIARY HEATER/AIRCONDITIONING BLOWER IF EXPOSED TO WATER. THE SHORTED RELAY CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

Product details

Product
FREIGHTLINER/ELECTRICAL
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
FREIGHTLINER LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

DEALERS WILL REMOVE AND REPLACE THE RELAY WITH ONE THAT RESISTS SHORTING IF CONTACTED BY WATER AND DOES NOT SUPPORT COMBUSTION EVEN IF SHORTED.

View the official CPSC notice