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Vehicle recall 07V306000 · July 18, 2007

Western Star 4900, Sterling A-Line and 23 more models

During the front axle assembly, the fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under tightened.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Freightliner is recalling certain school bus chassis, heavy trucks, van chassis, RV motorhome chassis manufactured from January 5 to may 17, 2007, equipped with axle alliance company (aac) front axles. During the front axle assembly, the fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under tightened.
Consequence
Incorrectly tightened steering arm fasteners may fatigue and fracture which could cause a crash without warning.
Remedy
Thomas built will notify owners, inspect the fasteners, and replace the steering arm if necessary. The recall began on December 21, 2007. Owners can contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-501.CUSTOMERS may 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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
07V306000
Reported to NHTSA
July 18, 2007
Filed by
FREIGHTLINER LLC
Manufacturer campaign
FL-501
Owner notification
December 21, 2007
Vehicles potentially affected
18,000
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Steering
Recall 07V306000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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