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Recall 04V-272

FREIGHTLINER LLC recalled the 2000 to 2003 Sterling Acterra: Suspension (front, wheel bearing).

At a glance

Campaign number
04V-272
Reported
June 7, 2004
Vehicles affected
9,602 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

On certain trucks built with 8,000 or 6,000 pound front axles and four-piece spindle nut sets, premature front ,wheel bearing wear may be caused by inconsistent bearing endplay adjustment.

The risk

If allowed to progress, the front wheel assembly may separate from the vehicle, which could result in a crash.

The fix

The dealers will replace the front axle oil seals and hub cap gaskets on both sides. The recall began september 7, 2004. Owners should contact freightliner at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Freightliner recall no. Fl-424. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).

Affected vehicles