Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trucks Built With A TRW Global Adjustable Upper Steering Column, Two Upper Tilt Plate Bolts May Loosen With Use And Fall Out. These Fasteners Hold The Upper Column Assembly In Place. The Steering Column Pivot May Fracture If The Bolts Are Missing When An Excessive Force Is Applied To The Steering Wheel.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
CENTURY ST
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
07V357000
Component Description
Steering:Column
Effect Of Defect
Loss Of Steering Wheel Position May Cause The Steering To Respond Differently Than Expected. If This Condition Is Ignored, A Crash May Occur.
Fix Defect
The Tilt Plate Bolts Will Be Inspected And Replaced If Necessary. The Recall Began On November 23, 2007. Owners May Contact Freightliner At 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20060201
End Of Manufacture
20070630
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
42000
Date Owners Notified
20071123
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Date Report Received
20070813
Make Campaign Number
FL-505