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2004-2005 Fleetwood American Eagle and Fleetwood American Tradition recall: shaft sector

Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 14, 2007. It covers about 238 vehicles.

vehicles affected
238
reported
Dec 14, 2007

Steering: gear box: shaft sector

What is wrong
On certain class a motor homes built on freightliner chassis and equipped with zf model 8018 steering gears, these gears may have been assembled with the incorrect recirculating ball spacer. This could potentially allow the recirculating balls to escape from the recirculating ball circuit resulting in a loss of steering.
Risk
The operator may notice higher required steering wheel inputs, or the need for more steering wheel adjustments while driving in a straight line in combination with metallic cracking noises prior to a loss of steering. Loss of steering could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Fleetwood is working with freightliner and zf to replace the steering gear free of charge (please see 07v343 and 07e049). Owners may contact fleetwood at 1‑800‑322‑8216 or freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 07V583000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 07V583000

Is there a recall on the 2004-2005 Fleetwood American Eagle and Fleetwood American Tradition shaft sector?

Yes. Recall 07V583000, reported on December 14, 2007, covers about 238 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 07V583000?

Fleetwood is working with freightliner and zf to replace the steering gear free of charge (please see 07v343 and 07e049). Owners may contact fleetwood at 1‑800‑322‑8216 or 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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