NHTSA Recall 05V551000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V551000; Date: Dec. 6, 2005
Driver may experience loss control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without prior warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Freightliner Business Class M2; 2006 Freightliner Century; 2006 Freightliner Columbia; 2006 Freightliner Coronado; 2006 Sterling AT; 2006 Sterling Century; 2006 Sterling LT
Component: Power Train:axle Assembly
Manufactured by: Freightliner Llc
Affected Units:: 500
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks and motor home chassis, the top flange of the front axle I-beam may fatigue and fracture.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and replace the front axle assembly. The recall began on March 15, 2006, for phase I. Phase 2 will begin during August 2006. This recall is being conducted in two phases. Phase I will replace the complete axle assembly; and phase ii will replace the axle beam and steering knuckles. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Recall Notes:
Freightliner recall no. Fl-467. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 15, 2006
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