NHTSA Recall 00V172000
NHTSA Campaign Id 00V172000; Date: Aug. 23, 2000
Loss of steering control can occur if the bolt falls out.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Sterling Acterra; 2000 Sterling Acterra
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corporation
Affected Units:: 22,499
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The upper steering column pinch bolt may not have been properly torqued.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the upper steering column pinch bolt for correct torque and re-torque if necessary.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began December 27, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 27, 2000
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