NHTSA Recall 00V108000: Linkages (steering)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 144 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Sterling A-Line.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V108000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-257 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES |
| Report received | April 7, 2000 |
| Owner notification | August 9, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: conventional heavy duty trucks. The tie rod cross tubes could fracture due to fatigue caused by a system resonance.
Safety risk
Loss of steering control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will remove and replace the 1 1/2 inch tie rod cross tubes with a 1 3/4" tube.
Notes
Owner notification began august 9, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 10800-547-0712.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V108000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.