Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trucks Equipped With TRW Steering Gears, Models Tas85 And Rcs85, These Steering Gears Contain Potentially DefeCTIve Sector Shafts With An Incorrect Gear Tooth Which May Interfere With The Rack-Piston Teeth, Resulting In A Stick Or Bind Condition.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
CASCADIA
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
07V592000
Component Description
Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Sector
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Has The Potential To Cause The Steering Gear To Stall And Restrict The Steering Turning Angle Of The Vehicle Which Could Result In A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Freightliner Is Working With TRW To Replace The DefeCTIve Steering Gear (Please See 07E101). The Recall Began On April 18, 2008. Owners May Contact Freightliner At 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20070501
End Of Manufacture
20071130
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
220
Date Owners Notified
20080418
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Date Report Received
20071221
Make Campaign Number
FL-519