Freightliner · Canada · High
Freightliner Cargo, MT Step Van Custom Chassis +8 more: Steering
Affects Freightliner Cargo, MT Step Van Custom Chassis, LCF Coe, FS-65 School Bus Chassis, Argosy, FB-65 Shuttle Bus Chassis, Century, FLD, Business Class, Columbia · 1996–2001 — about 5K vehicles.
The hazard
The TRW tie rod and drag link ball stud ends contain bearings that are below the specified case depth and/or hardness. This can lead to premature wear out and a possible separation of the ball stud from the socket and loss of steering control. Correction: All affected tie rods and drag links with different design ends will be replaced.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational