The brake pedal push rod is being replaced with one of a larger diameter. Vehicles with dual steering controls, and those in construction, refuse, fire and emergency applications are especially at risk. Therefore, Freightliner is in the process of re-notifying affected customers by first class mail to emphasize the urgency of having the repair completed and to ask a small number of customers of dual steer vehicles only to return for an inspection for a part that may be out of tolerance. Replacement of part of the assembly may be necessary. Owners of vehicles who have not had the recall performed should immediately inspect the brake piston rod and then contact the nearest Freightliner dealer to schedule the repair.
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Freightliner LLC, headquartered in Portland, Oregon, produces and markets Class 3-8 trucks under the Freightliner, Sterling, American LaFrance and Thomas Built Buses nameplates. Freightliner is a DaimlerChrysler Company, the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturer.