Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #04V120000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V120000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 275 affected units, FREIGHTLINER/TRW/DRAG LINK ASSEMBLIES, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks and truck-tractors equipped with trw drag link assemblies, the replacement clamp and drag link assemblies contain a potentially defective 5/8-11-grade b prevailing torque hex nut. if the final tightening is less than 65 lb.-ft., the clamp load would be unacceptably low and could compromise the integrity of the drag link.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the affected hex nut(s). owner notification began on may 21, 2004. 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 freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V120000

Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc

Report Received Date: 2004-03-08T00:00:00

Subject: Freightliner/trw/drag link assemblies

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 275

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL422

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trucks and truck-tractors equipped with trw drag link assemblies, the replacement clamp and drag link assemblies contain a potentially defective 5/8-11-grade b prevailing torque hex nut. if the final tightening is less than 65 lb.-ft., the clamp load would be unacceptably low and could compromise the integrity of the drag link.

Consequence Summary: This could result in the ball socket separating and cause loss of steering control, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the affected hex nut(s). owner notification began on may 21, 2004. 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 freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-k2dh-itsg.ynmt

NHTSA ID: 04V120000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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