Recall 07V169000: 2006–2007 Freightliner Columbia and 2 other models

Report received

Apr 12, 2007

Manufacturer

Freightliner llc

Potentially affected

219vehicles

Model years

2006–2007

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain trucks built with front axles assembled by arvinmeritor, the front spindle nut may be over-tightened causing preload on the front wheel bearings which could lead to premature bearing wear.

Possible consequence

If rapid bearing wear is allowed to progress, the front wheel assembly may separate from the vehicle which could result in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the front hub installation for correct bearing adjustment. If the bearing adjustment is incorrect, the front wheel bearings will be replaced. The recall began on june 28, 2007. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-385-4357.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2006 Freightliner Business Class M28 complaints
• 2007 Freightliner Business Class M24 complaints
• 2006 Freightliner Century6 complaints
• 2007 Freightliner Century0 complaints
• 2006 Freightliner Columbia14 complaints
• 2007 Freightliner Columbia11 complaints