NHTSA Recall 07V333000: Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (wheels)
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,042 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Sterling A-Line.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V333000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-507 |
| Component | WHEELS › LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS |
| Report received | August 1, 2007 |
| Owner notification | August 10, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks built with axilok rear wheel spindle nuts, the nuts may have been improperly installed, with one or both locking clip tabs not properly engaged or damaged.
Safety risk
This may reduce the nut's ability to resist rotation, potentially allowing the nut to back off and the dual wheel set to separate from the vehicle, resulting in a crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the axilok nuts for locking clip engagement or damage. They will be adjusted or replaced free of charge. The recall began on august 10, 2007. Owners may contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-507.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 07V333000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Sterling A-Line | 2007, 2008 |
| Sterling Acterra | 2007, 2008 |
| Sterling L-Line | 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.