recall information
Recall number
REC-002466
PRA number
2001/4609
Campaign number
T294/99/A
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Freightliner, Sterling
Model
Century Class, FLD, FLN, Argosy
Affected units
507
What are the defects?
The ball stud and socket assemblies on certain tie rods may contain bearing surfaces that have a less than specified case depth and/or hardness causing the socket assemblies to wear out prematurely resulting in separation of the ball stud from the socket.
What should consumers do?
Contact your DaimlerChrysler dealer.
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.
