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NHTSA Recall 04V401000: Gear box (other than rack and pinion) (steering)

FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,600 vehicles. It affects 2000–2004 Sterling Condor.

1,600
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2004
owners notified (November 25)
NHTSA campaign04V401000
Manufacturer campaignFL-430
ComponentSTEERING › GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Report receivedAugust 12, 2004
Owner notificationNovember 25, 2004
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain trucks, the steering gear bolts may become loose.

Safety risk

Loss of steering control may occur which could result in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts. The recall began november 25, 2004. Owners may contact customers freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Notes

Freightliner recall no.fl-430.customers may also contact the nation highway traffic safety administration auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2 DOT ( 1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles covered by recall 04V401000

Make and modelModel years
Sterling Condor2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004

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.