Lower steering shaft
Defect Summary
On certain trucks equipped with fontaine modification right hand steering control and equipped with sit down dual drive conversions, the pinch bolt that secures the lower steering shaft connection to the lh miter box may have been improperly torqued causing the bolts to fall out.
Safety Consequence
This may cause a loss of steering control and a crash could occur without prior warning.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the lower steering shaft pinch bolt at the connection and bolts on the steering cross shaft will be replaced. The recall began on february 17, 2006. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Freightliner Llc or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 05V541000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V541000?
NHTSA recall 05V541000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on November 22, 2005. It addresses: Lower steering shaft. The recall affects approximately 198 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V541000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-464. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.