Fontaine Modification | NHTSA Recall #16V706000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V706000 by Fontaine Modification. Affecting model year 2013-2017 fontaine-modified peterbilt 220 and kenworth 370 dual-steer vehicles manufactured september 30, 2013, to august 22, 2016 Includes 70 affected units, Improper Press Fit on Steering Shaft, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2013-2017 fontaine-modified peterbilt 220 and kenworth 370 dual-steer vehicles manufactured september 30, 2013, to august 22, 2016
Defect Summary
Fontaine modification (fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 fontaine-modified peterbilt 220 and kenworth 370 dual-steer vehicles manufactured september 30, 2013, to august 22, 2016. the right hand side steering may fail due to an improperly press-fitted steering shaft.
Corrective Action
Fontaine will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft, free of charge. the recall began on november 2, 2016. owners may contact fontaine customer service at 1-704-409-1614.