NHTSA Recall 07V592000: Shaft sector (steering)
FREIGHTLINER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 220 vehicles. It affects 13 models including the Freightliner Argosy.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V592000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-519 |
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX › SHAFT SECTOR |
| Report received | December 21, 2007 |
| Owner notification | April 18, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with trw steering gears, models tas85 and rcs85, these steering gears contain potentially defective sector shafts with an incorrect gear tooth which may interfere with the rack-piston teeth, resulting in a stick or bind condition.
Safety risk
This condition has the potential to cause the steering gear to stall and restrict the steering turning angle of the vehicle which could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Freightliner is working with trw to replace the defective steering gear (please see 07e101). The recall began on april 18, 2008. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner fl-519.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 07V592000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Argosy | 2008 |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2008 |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2008 |
| Freightliner Century ST | 2008 |
| Freightliner Classic | 2008 |
| Freightliner Classic XL | 2008 |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2008 |
| Freightliner Coronado | 2008 |
| Freightliner Fld | 2008 |
| Freightliner Fld SD | 2008 |
| Sterling A-Line | 2008 |
| Sterling L-Line | 2008 |
| Western Star 4900 | 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.