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2004 Optima Opus 34 recall: tie rod assembly

Optima Bus Corp reported this safety recall on February 4, 2005. It covers about 35 vehicles.

vehicles affected
35
reported
Feb 4, 2005

Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

What is wrong
On certain transit buses equipped with arvinmeritor urresko tie rod clamps, heat treatment of clamps created a surface hardness that could lead to a fracture of the clamps.
Risk
In the event of a crack the clamps could break off affecting toe-in and alignment. The tie rod can come loose resulting in steering loss and a crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy
Arvinmeritor is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact arvinmeritor at 1‑866‑668‑7221 or optima at 316‑779‑7700.

Recall number 05V029000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 05V029000

Is there a recall on the 2004 Optima Opus 34 tie rod assembly?

Yes. Recall 05V029000, reported on February 4, 2005, covers about 35 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V029000?

Arvinmeritor is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact arvinmeritor at 1‑866‑668‑7221 or optima at 316‑779‑7700.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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