Recall campaign89V083000
Recall 89V083000: 1988–1989 Freightliner Freightliner
Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar
- Report received
- May 19, 1989
- Manufacturer
- Freightliner corp.
- Potentially affected
- 9,832vehicles
- Model years
- 1988–1989
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
There may be excessive torquing of the lower steering column pinch bolts.
Possible consequence
Bolts could fracture, adversely affecting steeringcontrol which could result in an accident.
Remedy
Replace suspect pinch bolts.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1988 Freightliner Freightliner0 complaints
- 1989 Freightliner Freightliner2 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.