NHTSA recall 09V357000
Steering › Rack and pinion
Freightliner Cascadia and 2 more
Reported Sep 16, 20098,882 vehicles affectedDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAMaker’s number FL-557Built Oct 29, 2004 – Jul 3, 2009
The defect
Daimler trucks IS recalling certain model year 2005 through 2010 heavy duty trucks manufactured from october 29, 2005 through july 3, 2009. under certain condition, the left hand inner tie rod end may loosen over time and if not corrected, potentially separate from the steering rack.
The risk
A separated tie rod assembly can result in loss of vehicle control at higher speeds and a crash could occur.
The remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. the safety recall began on february 5, 2010. owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.