NHTSA Recall 05V408000: Linkages (steering)
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 37,029 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Freightliner Century.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V408000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-452 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES |
| Report received | September 13, 2005 |
| Owner notification | November 16, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain truck and motor home chassis equipped with i-shafts supplied by zf heavy duty steering, there is a potential for a failure of the fork/shaft connection.
Safety risk
If this occurs, the vehicle could suffer a loss of steering ability, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and attach a tension collar to the steering shaft to secure the connection to the yoke. The recall began on november 16, 2005. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-452.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V408000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Century | 2004 |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2004 |
| Freightliner Coronado | 2004 |
| Freightliner Fld | 2004 |
| Freightliner Xc Motorhome Chassis | 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.