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NHTSA Recall 06V387000: Driveline (power train)

FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9 vehicles. It affects 2007 Freightliner Columbia.

9
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2006
owners notified (December 6)
NHTSA campaign06V387000
Manufacturer campaignFL-480
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE
Report receivedOctober 11, 2006
Owner notificationDecember 6, 2006
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor rpl20 high angle interaxle driveshafts, an improper seated or missing snap ring can result in the bearing cup to separate from the slip yoke sub-assembly. The universal joint cross could then contact the slip yoke casting and eventually cause the ear work to fracture.

Safety risk

This could result in additional damage to the driveline, the vehicle to which it is attached and any additional nearby objects.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the driveshafts and replace them as needed. The recall began on december 6, 2006. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Notes

Freightliner recall no. Fl-480.customers can 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 06V387000

Make and modelModel years
Freightliner Columbia2007

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.