Recall 08V-060: 2005–2007 Genesis G40QG, 2006–2007 Genesis G40QH and 2 more
KING OF THE ROAD recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Feb 6, 2008, covering about 20 vehicles.
The problem
King of the road is recalling 20 my 2005-2007 genesis g40qg, my 2006-2007 g40qh, g40tf, and my 2007 g40qi 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 recirculation balls to escape from the recirculation ball circuit resulting in a loss of steering.
The 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.
The fix
King of the road 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 king of the road at 1-308-389-7200.
Notes
Customers may also 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 | KING OF THE ROAD |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion) |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V060000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis G40QG | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Genesis G40QH | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Genesis G40QI | 2007 | All years |
| Genesis G40TF | 2006, 2007 | 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 08V-060?
King of the road is recalling 20 my 2005-2007 genesis g40qg, my 2006-2007 g40qh, g40tf, and my 2007 g40qi 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 recirculation balls to escape from the recirculation ball circuit resulting in a loss of steering.
How is recall 08V-060 fixed?
King of the road 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 king of the road at 1-308-389-7200.
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.