Dec 26 2008
Auto Recalls: Craftsmen, Tour Looper, 2007
Build Dates : October 10, 2005 - November 30, 2007
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 07V343000
Date Owner’s Notified: 20080130
Date Received by ODI: 20070808
Date Added to Databse: 20070808
Manufacturer’s Involved: FREIGHTLINER LLC
Manufacturer’s Responsible for the Recall: CRAFTSMEN LIMOUSINE
Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-509
Component: STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 6227
Summary:
Certain motor home chassis equipped with zf model 8018 steering gears may have been assembled with the incorrect recirculating ball spacer. This could potentially allow the recirculating balls to escape from the recirculating ball circuit resulting in a loss of steering.
Consequence:
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:
Dealers will replace the steering gear free of charge. Phase one of the Craftsmen recall began on January 30, 2008 for 1,392 vehicles. Expanded mailings are expected to begin on may 16, 2008.