NHTSA recall 07V306000
Steering
Double K Villager 158 and 24 more
Reported Jul 18, 200718,000 vehicles affectedFREIGHTLINER LLCMaker’s number FL-501
The defect
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 remedy
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 1-800-547-0712.