NHTSA recall 07V570000
Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
Freightliner XC
Reported Dec 10, 200710,053 vehicles affectedFREIGHTLINER LLCMaker’s number FL-517Built Feb 14, 2005 – May 17, 2006
The defect
On certain motor home chassis built using inline power steering filters, part no. 14-16829-000, the filter can plug due to failure of the screen adhesion to the filter housing causing a rise in return line pressure. this can lead to hose separation from the filter or steering gear fitting resulting in a sudden loss of steering fluid and power assist.
The risk
Sudden loss of steering assist without warning involving a motor home could be a problem for certain drivers increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the affected filters with a larger filter. the recall began on july 2, 2008. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.