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Vehicle recall 07V530000 · November 13, 2007

Western Star 4900, Sterling A-Line and 11 more models

On certain truck-tractors equipped with holland simplex se or se II fifth wheels, the latch lever pivot bolt assembly may have been over-tightened which could distort the pivot…

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

Summary
On certain truck-tractors equipped with holland simplex se or se II fifth wheels, the latch lever pivot bolt assembly may have been over-tightened which could distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve. Corrosion or contaminates in the pivot may cause it to bind and prevent the fifth wheel jaw from latching securely around the trailer king pin.
Consequence
There is a possibility that the fifth wheel may fail to latch without the driver's knowledge. When the occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer. The recall began on January 3, 2008. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Freightliner recall no. Fl-514.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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
07V530000
Reported to NHTSA
November 13, 2007
Filed by
FREIGHTLINER LLC
Manufacturer campaign
FL-514
Owner notification
January 3, 2008
Vehicles potentially affected
38,000
Initiated by
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components
Trailer hitches › Fifth wheel assembly
Recall 07V530000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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