Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #07V306000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V306000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 18,000 affected units, STEERING ARM/TIE ROD ARM, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Freightliner is recalling certain school bus chassis, heavy trucks, van chassis, rv motorhome chassis manufactured from january 5 to may 17, 2007, equipped with axle alliance company (aac) front axles. during the front axle assembly, the fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under tightened.

Corrective Action

Thomas built will notify owners, inspect the fasteners, and replace the steering arm if necessary. the recall began on december 21, 2007. owners can contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V306000

Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc

Report Received Date: 2007-07-18T00:00:00

Subject: Steering arm/tie rod arm

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 18,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-501

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Freightliner is recalling certain school bus chassis, heavy trucks, van chassis, rv motorhome chassis manufactured from january 5 to may 17, 2007, equipped with axle alliance company (aac) front axles. during the front axle assembly, the fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under tightened.

Consequence Summary: Incorrectly tightened steering arm fasteners may fatigue and fracture which could cause a crash without warning.

Corrective Action: Thomas built will notify owners, inspect the fasteners, and replace the steering arm if necessary. the recall began on december 21, 2007. owners can 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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NHTSA ID: 07V306000

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