REC-002466

active

0 Freightliner, Sterling Century Class, FLD, FLN, Argosy

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: Daimlerchrysler Australia/pacific Pty Ltd

Recall date: 15 January 2001

Defect

The ball stud and socket assemblies on certain tie rods may contain bearing surfaces that have a less than specified case depth and/or hardness causing the socket assemblies to wear out prematurely resulting in separation of the ball stud from the socket.

Hazard

Remedy

Contact your DaimlerChrysler dealer.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Daimlerchrysler Australia/pacific Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-002466