Recall 07V592000: 2008 Freightliner Classic and 10 other models
- Report received
- Dec 21, 2007
- Manufacturer
- Freightliner llc
- Potentially affected
- 220vehicles
- Model years
- 2008
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 equipped with trw steering gears, models tas85 and rcs85, these steering gears contain potentially defective sector shafts with an incorrect gear tooth which may interfere with the rack-piston teeth, resulting in a stick or bind condition.
Possible consequence
This condition has the potential to cause the steering gear to stall and restrict the steering turning angle of the vehicle which could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Freightliner is working with trw to replace the defective steering gear (please see 07e101). The recall began on april 18, 2008. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2008 Freightliner Argosy0 complaints
- 2008 Freightliner Business Class M21 complaints
- 2008 Freightliner Cascadia8 complaints
- 2008 Freightliner Century ST0 complaints
- 2008 Freightliner Classic0 complaints
- 2008 Freightliner Columbia1 complaints
- 2008 Freightliner Coronado0 complaints
- 2008 Freightliner FLD1 complaints
- 2008 Sterling A-Line1 complaints
- 2008 Sterling L-Line0 complaints
- 2008 Western Star 49000 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.