NHTSA Recall 07V316000: Suspension: rear
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,200 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Freightliner Business Class M2.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V316000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-502 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR |
| Report received | July 24, 2007 |
| Owner notification | December 12, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with tuftrac rear suspensions, the center casting brackets may be out of specification. An out of square casting may have unacceptable stress in the bracket when it is installed and may cause it to crack in service.
Safety risk
The drive axle may not be held in position if a cracked bracket fractures completely. This will affect vehicle control and may cause a crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and castings that are out of specification will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on december 12, 2007. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-502.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 07V316000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2007, 2008 |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2007, 2008 |
| Freightliner FLD120 Military | 2007, 2008 |
| Freightliner FLD120SD | 2007, 2008 |
| Sterling A-Line | 2007, 2008 |
| Sterling Acterra | 2007, 2008 |
| Western Star 4900 | 2007, 2008 |
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.