Freightliner · Canada · Crit
Freightliner Columbia, Business Class M2 +8 more: Steering
Affects Freightliner Columbia, Business Class M2, Century S/T, Coronado, FLD SD, Classic XL, Classic, Cascadia, FLD (Glider), Argosy · 2008 — about 255 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain trucks, an incorrectly manufactured steering gear sector shaft may cause the steering to "stick or bind". This could severely restrict the steering turning angle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash with injury or death. Correction: Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly.
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