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2005-2006 Freightliner FB-65 and Freightliner FS-65 recall: linkages

Freightliner LLC reported this safety recall on August 30, 2007. It covers about 4,850 vehicles.

vehicles affected
4,850
reported
Aug 30, 2007
owners notified
Oct 16, 2007

Steering: linkages

What is wrong
On certain school bus and motor home chassis, improper pinch bolt installation may result in decoupling of the steering shaft and a loss of steering.
Risk
Loss of steering may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and ensure that the steering shaft pinch bolts are properly installed. Improperly installed pinch bolts will be torqued to the correct specification. The recall began on october 16, 2007. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 07V394000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 07V394000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2006 Freightliner FB-65 and Freightliner FS-65 linkages?

Yes. Recall 07V394000, reported on August 30, 2007, covers about 4,850 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 07V394000?

Dealers will inspect and ensure that the steering shaft pinch bolts are properly installed. Improperly installed pinch bolts will be torqued to the correct specification. The recall began on october 16, 2007. 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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