Safety Recall NHTSA · 88V160000 Reported October 11, 1988

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Q: What is recall 88V160000?

NHTSA recall 88V160000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on October 11, 1988. It addresses: Steering:linkages:arm:pitman. The recall affects approximately 92 vehicles , with the defect involving the Steering component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Freightliner Llc · Steering · 92 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

88V160000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Freightliner Llc

Component

Steering

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

October 11, 1988

Defect Summary

Steering arm may fail if used on eaton efa12f4 from axle in conjunction with ross hfb70 power steering gear.

Safety Consequence

A failed steering gear arm could lead to loss of vehiclecontrol and vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Install a nonadjustable 1500 psi power steering pump pressure relief valve to limit steering arm forces. replace steering arm with a design capable of withstanding higher forces. adjust maximum poppet valve settings to 500 psi and adjust axle stops.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference recall ID 88V160000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 88V160000

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

What is recall 88V160000?

NHTSA recall 88V160000 was issued by Freightliner Llc on October 11, 1988. It addresses: Steering:linkages:arm:pitman. The recall affects approximately 92 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Freightliner Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 88V160000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.