NHTSA Recall 96V167000
NHTSA Campaign Id 96V167000; Date: Sep. 19, 1996
If these fasteners become loose and all fall out, the steering column driveline will disconnect from the tilt/telescoping mechanism and the ability to steer the vehicle will be lost.
Recalled Vehicles:
1995 Freightliner Freightliner; 1996 Freightliner Freightliner; 1997 Freightliner Freightliner
Component: Steering:column
Manufactured by: Freightliner Corporation
Affected Units:: 2,688
Recall Summary:
The four fasteners that retain the output shaft bearing to the steering column tilt/telescoping mechanism was not torqued properly.
How to Fix:
The vehicles will be inspected for loose fasteners and retorqued to the proper specifications if the fasteners are loose.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to be completed by October 18, 1996. Note: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 1-503-735-8000. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 11, 1996
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