Recall 07V-306
FREIGHTLINER LLC recalled the 2007 to 2008 Sterling A-Line and 2 other models: Steering.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 07V-306
- Reported
- July 18, 2007
- Vehicles affected
- 18,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Freightliner is recalling certain school bus chassis, heavy trucks, van chassis, rv motorhome chassis manufactured from january 5 to may 17, 2007, equipped with axle alliance company (aac) front axles. During the front axle assembly, the fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under tightened.
The risk
Incorrectly tightened steering arm fasteners may fatigue and fracture which could cause a crash without warning.
The fix
Thomas built will notify owners, inspect the fasteners, and replace the steering arm if necessary. The recall began on december 21, 2007. Owners can contact freightliner at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Freightliner recall no. Fl-501.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty: 1-[removed]); or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Sterling A-Line 2007 to 2008
- Sterling Acterra 2007 to 2008
- Sterling L-Line 2007 to 2008