Recall 01V-379: 2000 Equipement Labrie Freightliner FL70, 2000 Equipement Labrie Freightliner FL80 and 1 more
EQUIPEMENT LABRIE LTEE recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Dec 13, 2001, covering about 45 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: recycler top select 1000/2000 and garbage side loader expert 2000 trucks which use the hollow shaft steering gear box(Es). Some steering gear boxes were originally assembly with very little grease.
The risk
This situation can result in premature wear of the gears and/or bearings. The steering control could become harder and possibly lock, causing a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the gear boxes. Owner notification began december 19, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact equipement labrie at 1-877-452-2743.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | EQUIPEMENT LABRIE LTEE |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion) |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V379000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Equipement Labrie Freightliner FL70 | 2000 | All years |
| Equipement Labrie Freightliner FL80 | 2000 | All years |
| Equipement Labrie International 4900 | 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 01V-379?
Vehicle description: recycler top select 1000/2000 and garbage side loader expert 2000 trucks which use the hollow shaft steering gear box(Es). Some steering gear boxes were originally assembly with very little grease.
How is recall 01V-379 fixed?
Dealers will replace the gear boxes. Owner notification began december 19, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact equipement labrie at 1-877-452-2743.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.