NHTSA Recall 08V060000: Gear box (other than rack and pinion) (steering)
KING OF THE ROAD reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Genesis G40QG.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V060000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| Report received | February 6, 2008 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
King of the road is recalling 20 my 2005-2007 genesis g40qg, my 2006-2007 g40qh, g40tf, and my 2007 g40qi motor homes built on freightliner chassis and equipped with zf model 8018 steering gears. These gears may have been assembled with the incorrect recirculating ball spacer. This could potentially allow the recirculation balls to escape from the recirculation ball circuit resulting in a loss of steering.
Safety risk
The operator may notice higher required steering wheel inputs, or the need for more steering wheel adjustments while driving in a straight line in combination with metallic cracking noises prior to a loss of steering. Loss of steering could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
King of the road is working with freightliner and zf to replace the steering gear (please see 07v343 and 07e049). Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712 or king of the road at 1-308-389-7200.
Notes
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 08V060000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Genesis G40QG | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Genesis G40QH | 2006, 2007 |
| Genesis G40QI | 2007 |
| Genesis G40TF | 2006, 2007 |
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.