Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trucks Equipped With Vehicle Improvement Steering Wheels, The Steering Wheels May Be Manufactured With Incorrect Length Huck Fasteners That Are Too Short To Allow Proper Collar Engagement On The Pin. The Steering Wheel Will Feel Loose On The Hub For A Period Of Time, With The Subsequent Possibility Of A Complete Separation.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
CORONADO
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
06V006000
Component Description
Steering
Effect Of Defect
Steering Wheel Separation Will Result In A Loss Of Steering Control, Possible Resulting In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Steering Wheels For Correct Length Huck Fasteners. Steering Wheels Will Be Repaired Or Replaced Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On May 5, 2006. Owners May Contact Freightliner At 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20001001
End Of Manufacture
20050101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1975
Date Owners Notified
20060505
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Date Report Received
20060112
Make Campaign Number
FL-468