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2003-2006 Glaval Concorde and Glaval Star Cruiser recall: axle assembly

Glaval Bus Division reported this safety recall on February 18, 2009. It covers about 117 vehicles.

vehicles affected
117
reported
Feb 18, 2009
owners notified
Apr 10, 2009

Power train: axle assembly

What is wrong
Glaval bus is recalling 117 my 2003-2006 concorde and my 2003-2004 star cruiser equipped with arvinmeritor or axle alliance company 6,000 through 8,000 pound front axles utilizing a four piece spindle-nut set. Installation of a four-piece spindle nut set with a thin spindle nut may lead to damage of the wheel end, including incorrect end play, degradation of lubrication, wear of the spindle nut and bearing journal, oil contamination with metal shavings, and premature bearing failure.
Risk
Outer wheel bearing failure will cause noise and vibration that will be noticeable to the driver and the antilock braking system (ABS) warning light will illuminate. Continued operation with the ABS warning light illuminated may result in wheel separation and a possible vehicle crash.
Remedy
Daimler trucks is handling the remedy for this campaign (please see 08v‑137). Glaval bus is working with daimler trucks the existing four-piece spindle set will be replaced with a more robust nut set using a thicker, harder inner nut and a new hub cap. This service will be performed for you free of charge. The recall began on february 24, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712 or glaval bus at 574‑262‑2212.

Recall number 09V058000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 09V058000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2006 Glaval Concorde and Glaval Star Cruiser axle assembly?

Yes. Recall 09V058000, reported on February 18, 2009, covers about 117 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V058000?

Daimler trucks is handling the remedy for this campaign (please see 08v‑137). Glaval bus is working with daimler trucks the existing four-piece spindle set will be replaced with a more robust nut set using a thicker, harder inner nut and a new hub cap. This service will be performed for you free of charge. The recall began on february 24, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712 or glaval bus at 574‑262‑2212.

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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