2004 Freightliner Century, Freightliner Columbia and others recall: linkages

Freightliner LLC reported this safety recall on September 13, 2005. It covers about 37,029 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 37,029
reported: Sep 13, 2005
owners notified: Nov 16, 2005
related complaints: 3

Steering: linkages

What is wrong: On certain truck and motor home chassis equipped with I-shafts supplied by zf heavy duty steering, there is a potential for a failure of the fork/shaft connection.
Risk: If this occurs, the vehicle could suffer a loss of steering ability, which could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and attach a tension collar to the steering shaft to secure the connection to the yoke. The recall began on november 16, 2005. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 05V408000

Affected vehicles

Freightliner Century 2004 2004
Freightliner Columbia 2004 2004
Freightliner Coronado 2004 2004
Freightliner FLD 2004 2004
Freightliner XC Motorhome Chassis 2004 2004

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about steering problems.

Questions about recall 05V408000

Is there a recall on the 2004 Freightliner Century, Freightliner Columbia and others linkages?

Yes. Recall 05V408000, reported on September 13, 2005, covers about 37,029 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V408000?

Dealers will inspect and attach a tension collar to the steering shaft to secure the connection to the yoke. The recall began on november 16, 2005. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

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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