Recall 07V-316
FREIGHTLINER LLC recalled the 2007 to 2008 Sterling A-Line and 1 other model: Suspension (rear).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 07V-316
- Reported
- July 24, 2007
- Vehicles affected
- 1,200 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain trucks equipped with tuftrac rear suspensions, the center casting brackets may be out of specification. An out of square casting may have unacceptable stress in the bracket when it is installed and may cause it to crack in service.
The risk
The drive axle may not be held in position if a cracked bracket fractures completely. This will affect vehicle control and may cause a crash without warning.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and castings that are out of specification will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on december 12, 2007. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Freightliner recall no. Fl-502.customers may also 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