ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE STEERING GEAR BOLTS MAY BECOME LOOSE
— Recall Campaign #04V401000
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE STEERING GEAR BOLTS MAY BECOME LOOSE.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,600 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
04V401000
| Manufacturer: | FREIGHTLINER LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 12, 2004 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 04V401000 |
| Units affected: | 1,600 |
- Description:
- ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE STEERING GEAR BOLTS MAY BECOME LOOSE.
- Consequeces:
- LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL MAY OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Corrective action:
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BOLTS. THE RECALL BEGAN NOVEMBER 25, 2004. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CUSTOMERS FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
- Notes:
- FREIGHTLINER RECALL NO.FL-430.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATION HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2 DOT ( 1-888-327-4236).