NHTSA Recall 01V379000: Gear box (other than rack and pinion) (steering)
EQUIPEMENT LABRIE LTEE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 45 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Equipement Labrie Freightliner FL70.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V379000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| Report received | December 13, 2001 |
| Owner notification | December 19, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: recycler top select 1000/2000 and garbage side loader expert 2000 trucks which use the hollow shaft steering gear box(es). Some steering gear boxes were originally assembly with very little grease.
Safety risk
This situation can result in premature wear of the gears and/or bearings. The steering control could become harder and possibly lock, causing a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the gear boxes. Owner notification began december 19, 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 equipement labrie at 1-877-452-2743.
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 01V379000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Equipement Labrie Freightliner FL70 | 2000 |
| Equipement Labrie Freightliner FL80 | 2000 |
| Equipement Labrie International 4900 | 1999, 2000, 2001 |
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.