Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #07V400000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V400000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 413 affected units, STEERING ARM INSTALLATION, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks equipped with rack and pinion steering, the tie rod arms may have been incorrectly installed. the threaded end of the ball socket assembly may fracture and separate.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect for installation of the steering arms. steering components will be replaced on trucks that have incorrectly installed tie rod arms. the recall began on may 1, 2008. owner may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V400000

Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc

Report Received Date: 2007-09-05T00:00:00

Subject: Steering arm installation

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 413

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-512

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trucks equipped with rack and pinion steering, the tie rod arms may have been incorrectly installed. the threaded end of the ball socket assembly may fracture and separate.

Consequence Summary: A fractured tie rod assembly will make the vehicle more difficult to control at higher speeds and a crash may occur.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect for installation of the steering arms. steering components will be replaced on trucks that have incorrectly installed tie rod arms. the recall began on may 1, 2008. owner 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-3bhp_xxnx~pdei

NHTSA ID: 07V400000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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