Recall 96V167000: 1995–1997 Freightliner Freightliner

Report received

Sep 19, 1996

Manufacturer

Freightliner corporation

Potentially affected

2,688vehicles

Model years

1995–1997

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

The four fasteners that retain the output shaft bearing to the steering column tilt/telescoping mechanism was not torqued properly.

Possible consequence

If these fasteners become loose and all fall out, the steering column driveline will disconnect from the tilt/telescoping mechanism and the ability to steer the vehicle will be lost.

Remedy

The vehicles will be inspected for loose fasteners and retorqued to the proper specifications if the fasteners are loose.

Affected model years

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

• 1995 Freightliner Freightliner3 complaints
• 1996 Freightliner Freightliner6 complaints
• 1997 Freightliner Freightliner3 complaints