Vehicle recall 04V401000 · August 12, 2004
2000-2004 Sterling Condor
On certain trucks, the steering gear bolts may become loose.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain trucks, the steering gear bolts may become loose.
- Consequence
- Loss of steering control may occur which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts. The recall began November 25, 2004. Owners may contact customers freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
- Notes
- Freightliner recall no.fl-430.CUSTOMERS may also contact the nation highway traffic safety administration auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2 DOT ( 1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 04V401000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 12, 2004
- Filed by
- FREIGHTLINER LLC
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-430
- Owner notification
- November 25, 2004
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,600
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
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