Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Truck-Tractors Equipped With Holland Simplex Se Or Se Ii Fifth Wheels, The Latch Lever Pivot Bolt Assembly May Have Been Over-Tightened Which Could Distort The Pivot Bolt Spacer Sleeve. Corrosion Or Contaminates In The Pivot May Cause It To Bind And Prevent The Fifth Wheel Jaw From Latching Securely Around The Trailer King Pin.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
CENTURY ST
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
07V530000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly
Effect Of Defect
There Is A Possibility That The Fifth Wheel May Fail To Latch Without The Driver’S Knowledge. When The Occurs, The Driver Could Drive Away And The Trailer Could Become Disengaged Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Pivot Bolt And Sleeve With A Hex Head Shoulder Bolt And Washer. The Recall Began On January 3, 2008. Owners May Contact Freightliner At 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20060101
End Of Manufacture
20070531
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
38000
Date Owners Notified
20080103
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Date Report Received
20071113
Make Campaign Number
FL-514