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2004-2005 Damon Escaper recall: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Damon Corporation reported this safety recall on January 11, 2008. It covers about 73 vehicles.

vehicles affected
73
reported
Jan 11, 2008

Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

What is wrong
On certain 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
Damon is working with freightliner and zf to replace the steering gear (please see 07v343 and 07e049). Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712 or damon at 937‑596‑6849.

Recall number 08V017000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V017000

Is there a recall on the 2004-2005 Damon Escaper gear box (other than rack and pinion)?

Yes. Recall 08V017000, reported on January 11, 2008, covers about 73 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V017000?

Damon is working with freightliner and zf to replace the steering gear (please see 07v343 and 07e049). Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712 or damon at 937‑596‑6849.

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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