Tl*the contact owns a 2005 freightliner custom x-line. The contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v343000 (steering:gear box:shaft pitman) and immediately called the dealer. They would not repair the vehicle because it exceeded 15,000 miles. The contact stated that the recall does not mention mileage restrictions. As of september 22, 2008, the vehicle has not been repaired. She called the manufacturer and is waiting for a response. There had been no failure to date. The current mileage was 15,500.
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Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain motor homes, the tie rod specified for the axle assembly is too short, possibly resulting in insufficient thread engagement.
- Risk
- The tie rod ends may separate under certain extreme conditions, resulting in reduced steering control. Such an event may lead to a crash without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod free of charge. The recall began on december 19, 2006. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 06V423000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Power steering pump failures
Odi's investigation of the subject power steering pump has found that, with over five years of operational exposure, there have been no pump failures that resulted in loss of power steering assist while the vehicle was being driven on the road or any sudden drop off in the power steering assist at any time.there are no crashes or injuries.these reduction in assist events have only occurred during backing or parking maneuvers.freightliner and trw appear to have acted responsibly in providing information to customers and dealers regarding safe maintenance and repair procedures for power steering pumps that have experienced a reduction in speed of steer.freightliner's field service bulletin, fsb 46-38, is a diagnostic procedure for determining if the trw power steering pump is responsible for reduced power assist and describes corrective actions that should be taken once the determination is made.the corrective actions are:replace the spool valve assembly (vehicles built prior to 1/1/05) or, replace the power steering pump (vehicles built after 1/1/05).a safety-related defect trend has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.for more detailed information see document file.
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Is the 2005 Freightliner X-Line reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2005 Freightliner X-Line, fewer than a typical X-Line model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Freightliner X-Line?
Steering, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2005 Freightliner X-Line have?
1 recall, covering steering.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Freightliner X-Line steering?
Yes, 1 recall: 06V423000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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