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2006-2008 Freightliner Argosy, Freightliner Business Class M2 and others recall: fifth wheel assembly

Freightliner LLC reported this safety recall on November 13, 2007. It covers about 38,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected
38,000
reported
Nov 13, 2007
owners notified
Jan 3, 2008

Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly

What is wrong
On certain truck-tractors equipped with holland simplex se or se ii fifth wheels, the latch lever pivot bolt assembly may have been over-tightened which could distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve. Corrosion or contaminates in the pivot may cause it to bind and prevent the fifth wheel jaw from latching securely around the trailer king pin.
Risk
There is a possibility that the fifth wheel may fail to latch without the driver's knowledge. When the occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer. The recall began on january 3, 2008. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 07V530000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 07V530000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2008 Freightliner Argosy, Freightliner Business Class M2 and others fifth wheel assembly?

Yes. Recall 07V530000, reported on November 13, 2007, covers about 38,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 07V530000?

Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer. The recall began on january 3, 2008. 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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