The problem
On involved vehicles, the connection between the steering control shaft and the input shaft on the steering gear box may be defective. The yoke on the shaft may loosen, allowing the splined surfaces on the yoke and shaft to wear. Continued operation may result in wear and eventual rotational slippage of the joint.
The fix
The yoke will be repaired or the yoke and input shaft will be replaced, if necessary.
Contacts
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with manual ross gear serrated steeringshafts and spicer lower steering column yokes.System: steering; shaft and column yoke.Consequences of defect: this condition could cause a loss of steering controland, possibly, an accident.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Freightliner dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 80V095000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.