NHTSA Recall 07V403000: Tie rod assembly (steering)
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 450 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Freightliner Century ST.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V403000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-513 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | September 6, 2007 |
| Owner notification | July 8, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with rack and pinion steering, the ball socket assembly at the inner end of the driver side tie rod may be damaged in a sharp turn. Excessive tie rod angles may loosen the tie rod in the ball socket or damage the threaded tie rod socket attachment to the steering rack on the driver side. The threaded end of the ball socket assembly may fracture and separate.
Safety risk
A fractured tie rod assembly will make the vehicle more difficult to control at higher speeds and a crash may occur.
Remedy
Dealers will change the front axle steering stops to prevent interference in the tie rod ball socket assembly and steering components will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on july 8, 2008, and will be mailed in phases through december 31, 2008. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-513. 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 07V403000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Century ST | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Freightliner Classic XL | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Freightliner Coronado | 2005, 2006, 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.