NHTSA Campaign 03V323000
STEERING
Issued by FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION · Reported Aug 29, 2003 · 153 vehicles affected
What's wrong
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND TRUCK-TRACTORS EQUIPPED WITH TRW PCF STEERING GEARS, A CRACK CAN OCCUR IN THE STEERING GEAR INPUT SHAFT.
Consequence
IT IS POSSIBLE THAT A DRIVER COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING GEAR AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING SEPTEMBER 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| FREIGHTLINER | CORONADO | 2003 | 153 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 03V323000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.