NHTSA Recall 08V079000: Gear box (other than rack and pinion) (steering)
SUTPHEN CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 56 vehicles. It affects 2006 Sutphen Chassis.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V079000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| Report received | February 25, 2008 |
| Owner notification | March 28, 2008 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Sutphen is recalling 56 my 2006 fire truck chassis equipped with trw steering gears, models tas85. These steering gears contain potentially defective sector shafts with an incorrect gear tooth which may interfere with the rack-piston teeth, resulting in a sticking or binding 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
Sutphen is working with trw to replace the defective steering gear (please see 07e101). The recall began on march 3, 2008. Owners may contact trw at 765-429-1768 or sutphen at 1-866-287-5549.
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 08V079000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Sutphen Chassis | 2006 |
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.