NHTSA Recall 01V140007: Tie rod assembly (steering)
FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 75,000 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Freightliner Argosy.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V140007 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | September 17, 2001 |
| Owner notification | November 8, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with trw tie rod ends on certain meritor axles. The tie rod and drag link ball stud ends contain bearings that are below the specified case depth and/or hardness.
Safety risk
This can lead to premature wear with possible separation of the ball stud from the socket, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will remove and replace all affected tie rods and drag links with different designed ends. Owner notification began november 8, 2001. 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 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
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 01V140007
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Argosy | 1999, 2000 |
| Freightliner Century | 1999, 2000 |
| Freightliner Fld | 1999, 2000 |
| Freightliner Fln | 1999, 2000 |
| Freightliner MT-45 | 2000 |
| Freightliner MT45 | 1999 |
| Freightliner MT55 | 1999, 2000 |
| Sterling Acterra | 1999, 2000 |
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.