Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #07V357000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V357000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 42,000 affected units, STEERING COLUMN TILT PLATE BOLTS/TRW, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks built with a trw global adjustable upper steering column, two upper tilt plate bolts may loosen with use and fall out. these fasteners hold the upper column assembly in place. the steering column pivot may fracture if the bolts are missing when an excessive force is applied to the steering wheel.

Corrective Action

The tilt plate bolts will be inspected and replaced if necessary. the recall began on november 23, 2007. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V357000
Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc
Report Received Date: 2007-08-13T00:00:00
Subject: Steering column tilt plate bolts/trw
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 42,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-505
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain trucks built with a trw global adjustable upper steering column, two upper tilt plate bolts may loosen with use and fall out. these fasteners hold the upper column assembly in place. the steering column pivot may fracture if the bolts are missing when an excessive force is applied to the steering wheel.
Consequence Summary: Loss of steering wheel position may cause the steering to respond differently than expected. if this condition is ignored, a crash may occur.
Corrective Action: The tilt plate bolts will be inspected and replaced if necessary. the recall began on november 23, 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-if5c~afws.vasz
NHTSA ID: 07V357000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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