Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #77V155000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 77V155000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 15,000 affected units, STEERING:COLUMN COUPLING, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On the involved vehicles, the pinch bolt that clamps the steering shaft yoke to the input shaft on the gearing box may be loose. The splined surfaces on the yoke and shaft could wear as a result. Continued usage could cause severe wear and eventual slippage of the joint.

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace the existing pinch bolt and nut with an improved type. To improve access to the bolt, dealer will eliminate the rubber boot and replace the metal dirt guard with a rubber protective cover.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 77V155000

Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc

Report Received Date: 1977-09-20T00:00:00

Subject: Steering:column coupling

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 15,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On the involved vehicles, the pinch bolt that clamps the steering shaft yoke to the input shaft on the gearing box may be loose. The splined surfaces on the yoke and shaft could wear as a result. Continued usage could cause severe wear and eventual slippage of the joint.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Dealer will replace the existing pinch bolt and nut with an improved type. To improve access to the bolt, dealer will eliminate the rubber boot and replace the metal dirt guard with a rubber protective cover.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 77V155000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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