Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
CENTURY ST
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
07V400000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
Effect Of Defect
A Fractured Tie Rod Assembly Will Make The Vehicle More Difficult To Control At Higher Speeds And A Crash May Occur.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20041101
End Of Manufacture
20070831
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
413
Date Owners Notified
20080501
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Date Report Received
20070905
Make Campaign Number
FL-512