Safety Recall NHTSA · 07V306000 Reported July 18, 2007

Steering arm/tie rod arm

Freightliner Llc · N/A · 18,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
07V306000
Manufacturer Campaign
FL-501
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
18,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 18, 2007

Defect Summary

Freightliner is recalling certain school bus chassis, heavy trucks, van chassis, rv motorhome chassis manufactured from january 5 to may 17, 2007, equipped with axle alliance company (aac) front axles. during the front axle assembly, the fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under tightened.

Safety Consequence

Incorrectly tightened steering arm fasteners may fatigue and fracture which could cause a crash without warning.

Corrective Action

Thomas built will notify owners, inspect the fasteners, and replace the steering arm if necessary. the recall began on december 21, 2007. owners can contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference recall ID 07V306000 or campaign FL-501.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 07V306000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 07V306000?

NHTSA recall 07V306000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on July 18, 2007. It addresses: Steering arm/tie rod arm. The recall affects approximately 18,000 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 07V306000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-501. 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.