NHTSA recall 06V006000
Steering
Freightliner Coronado
Reported Jan 12, 20061,975 vehicles affectedFREIGHTLINER LLCMaker’s number FL-468Built Oct 1, 2000 – Jan 1, 2005
The defect
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.
The risk
Steering wheel separation will result in a loss of steering control, possible resulting in a crash.
The remedy
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.