1998-1999 Freightliner Century recall: tie rod assembly

Freightliner Corporation reported this safety recall on December 29, 1999. It covers about 2,588 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 2,588
reported: Dec 29, 1999
owners notified: May 8, 2000
related complaints: 3

Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

What is wrong: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The tie rod ends can fracture due to low stress, high cycle, reversed bending fatigue resulting from a system resonance.
Risk: Loss of steering control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the tie rod ends and tube assembly.

Recall number 99V359000

Affected vehicles

Freightliner Century 1998-1999 1998 1999

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about steering problems.

1998 Freightliner Century 1999 Freightliner Century

Questions about recall 99V359000

Is there a recall on the 1998-1999 Freightliner Century tie rod assembly?

Yes. Recall 99V359000, reported on December 29, 1999, covers about 2,588 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V359000?

Dealers will replace the tie rod ends and tube assembly.

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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