Alfa Leisure,inc. | NHTSA Recall #06V338000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V338000 by Alfa Leisure,inc.. Includes 311 affected units, FRONT AXLE TIE ROD THREAD ENGAGEMENT/FREIGHTLINER, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain motor homes built on freightliner chassis may have been manufactured with tie rods that are too short for the front axle crossbar taper. the resulting gap between the crossbar and tie rod end may result in corrosion between the 2 pieces. lack of maintenance would increase the possibility of corrosion.

Corrective Action

Freightliner is conducting this recall. dealers will inspect the tie rod and replace it if necessary with a longer tie rod assembly. if the tie rod is replaced, a toe-in alignment procedure will also be performed. owners may contact freightliner at 800-385-4357 or alfa leisure at 800-373-3372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V338000

Manufacturer: Alfa Leisure,inc.

Report Received Date: 2006-09-08T00:00:00

Subject: Front axle tie rod thread engagement/freightliner

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 311

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Certain motor homes built on freightliner chassis may have been manufactured with tie rods that are too short for the front axle crossbar taper. the resulting gap between the crossbar and tie rod end may result in corrosion between the 2 pieces. lack of maintenance would increase the possibility of corrosion.

Consequence Summary: Excessive corrosion over time could cause the crossbar to tie rod connection to fail, causing a lack of steering control and potential crash.

Corrective Action: Freightliner is conducting this recall. dealers will inspect the tie rod and replace it if necessary with a longer tie rod assembly. if the tie rod is replaced, a toe-in alignment procedure will also be performed. owners may contact freightliner at 800-385-4357 or alfa leisure at 800-373-3372.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-4t63.55ir-waft

NHTSA ID: 06V338000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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