Vehicle recall 96V167000 · September 19, 1996
1995-1997 Freightliner Freightliner
The four fasteners that retain the output shaft bearing to the steering column tilt/telescoping mechanism was not torqued properly.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The four fasteners that retain the output shaft bearing to the steering column tilt/telescoping mechanism was not torqued properly.
- Consequence
- If these fasteners become loose and all fall out, the steering column driveline will disconnect from the tilt/telescoping mechanism and the ability to steer the vehicle will be lost.
- Remedy
- The vehicles will be inspected for loose fasteners and retorqued to the proper specifications if the fasteners are loose.
- Notes
- Owner notification:owner notification is expected to be completed by October 18, 1996.NOTE:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-503-735-8000.ALSO contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 96V167000
- Reported to NHTSA
- September 19, 1996
- Filed by
- FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION
- Owner notification
- October 11, 1996
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 2,688
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Column
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Freightliner Freightliner (1995-1997): 1997, 1996, 1995
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