NHTSA recall 06V424000
Suspension › Front
Freightliner Columbia
Reported Nov 2, 20061 vehicles affectedFREIGHTLINER LLCMaker’s number FL-484Built Nov 1, 2005 – Sep 30, 2006
The defect
On certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor front axle assemblies, the front spindle nut may be over-tightened causing preload on the front wheel bearings which may lead to premature bearing wear.
The risk
If rapid bearing wear IS allowed to progress, the front wheel assembly may separate from the vehicle and cause a crash without prior warning.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the front hub installation for correct bearing adjustment. if the bearing adjustment IS incorrect, the front wheel bearings will be replaced free of charge. the recall began on january 22, 2007. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.