Recall 07V-306: 2007 Double K Villager 158, 2007 Double K Villager 190 and 23 more
FREIGHTLINER LLC recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jul 18, 2007, covering about 18,000 vehicles.
The problem
Freightliner is recalling certain school bus chassis, heavy trucks, van chassis, rv motorhome chassis manufactured from january 5 to may 17, 2007, equipped with axle alliance company (Aac) front axles. During the front axle assembly, the fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under tightened.
The risk
Incorrectly tightened steering arm fasteners may fatigue and fracture which could cause a crash without warning.
The fix
Thomas built will notify owners, inspect the fasteners, and replace the steering arm if necessary. The recall began on december 21, 2007. Owners can contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-501.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FREIGHTLINER LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V306000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Double K Villager 158 | 2007 | All years |
| Double K Villager 190 | 2007 | All years |
| Double K Villager 228 | 2007 | All years |
| FCCC B2 | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Fleetwood Bounder Diesel | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Fleetwood Discovery | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Fleetwood Excursion | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Fleetwood Expedition | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Fleetwood Providence | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Freightliner Century ST | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Freightliner Classic | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Freightliner Classic XL | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Freightliner Coronado | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Freightliner FLD120SD | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Glaval Apollo | 2007 | All years |
| Morgan Olson Walk In Van | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Sterling A-Line | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Sterling Acterra | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Sterling L-Line | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Thomas Built Buses HDX | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Utilimaster Aeromaster | 2007 | All years |
| Western Star 4900 | 2007, 2008 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 07V-306?
Freightliner is recalling certain school bus chassis, heavy trucks, van chassis, rv motorhome chassis manufactured from january 5 to may 17, 2007, equipped with axle alliance company (Aac) front axles. During the front axle assembly, the fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under tightened.
How is recall 07V-306 fixed?
Thomas built will notify owners, inspect the fasteners, and replace the steering arm if necessary. The recall began on december 21, 2007. Owners can contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.