recall information
Recall number
REC-002453
PRA number
2002/5708
Campaign number
T306/99/A
Original published date
make and model information
Make
FREIGHTLINER
Model
FL80, FL106, FL112
Affected units
1,589
What are the defects?
The steering system pinch bolts that secure the steering shaft from the steering gear to the L/H mitre box and the steering cross shaft located between both left and right mitre boxes may not have been properly torqued during manufacture.
What are the hazards?
Steering failure.
What should consumers do?
Contact your authorised Freightliner Dealer as soon as possible to arrange to have your vehicle inspected and rectified if required. When you contact your dealership refer to campaign number T306/99/A.
Supplier details
Daimlerchrysler Australia/pacific Pty Ltd
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
