Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #07V316000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V316000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 1,200 affected units, REAR SUSPENSION CENTER CASTING/TUFTRAC, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks equipped with tuftrac rear suspensions, the center casting brackets may be out of specification. an out of square casting may have unacceptable stress in the bracket when it is installed and may cause it to crack in service.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and castings that are out of specification will be replaced free of charge. the recall began on december 12, 2007. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V316000

Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc

Report Received Date: 2007-07-24T00:00:00

Subject: Rear suspension center casting/tuftrac

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 1,200

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-502

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trucks equipped with tuftrac rear suspensions, the center casting brackets may be out of specification. an out of square casting may have unacceptable stress in the bracket when it is installed and may cause it to crack in service.

Consequence Summary: The drive axle may not be held in position if a cracked bracket fractures completely. this will affect vehicle control and may cause a crash without warning.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and castings that are out of specification will be replaced free of charge. the recall began on december 12, 2007. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-8f95~742q~gamx

NHTSA ID: 07V316000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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