Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #11V514000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V514000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 9,689 affected units, RACK AND PINION BEARING CORROSION, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 freightliner cascadia, columbia, century, coronado, and classic xl trucks manufactured from november 1, 2004, through june 15, 2010 for the rack and pinion steering system. the lower pinion bearing may corrode and fail. a failed bearing may lead to damage of the spool valve seals. a damage spool valve seal may allow hydraulic fluid to flow to the right or left turn port instead of flowing to the return port.

Corrective Action

Daimler trucks will inspect the lower bearing for corrosion. if corrosion is found, the rack and pinion system will be replaced. if no corrosion is found, on the bearing, the bearing will be packed with grease and the rubber bellows will be replaced with sealant added between the bellows and the rack housing. an interim letter was mailed in december 2011. owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V514000

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2011-10-13T00:00:00

Subject: Rack and pinion bearing corrosion

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 9,689

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-614

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 freightliner cascadia, columbia, century, coronado, and classic xl trucks manufactured from november 1, 2004, through june 15, 2010 for the rack and pinion steering system. the lower pinion bearing may corrode and fail. a failed bearing may lead to damage of the spool valve seals. a damage spool valve seal may allow hydraulic fluid to flow to the right or left turn port instead of flowing to the return port.

Consequence Summary: The steering could unexpectedly turn left or right, making the vehicle more difficult to control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Daimler trucks will inspect the lower bearing for corrosion. if corrosion is found, the rack and pinion system will be replaced. if no corrosion is found, on the bearing, the bearing will be packed with grease and the rubber bellows will be replaced with sealant added between the bellows and the rack housing. an interim letter was mailed in december 2011. owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free 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: 11V514000

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