Recall 98V-156: 1993–1995 Oshkosh MB, 1993–1995 Oshkosh MT and 1 more

OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATION recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jul 24, 1998, covering about 449 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-156
Report date
Jul 24, 1998
Vehicles affected
449
Owners notified
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The problem

Vehicle description: walk-in van and bus shuttle chassis equipped with meritor model fc-921 front axles. Stress cracks can occur in the left front axle steering knuckle.

The risk

This condition can lead to loss of steering control.

The fix

Freightliner is conducting the owner notification for this campaign. Dealers will replace the left hand steering knuckle with a newly designed knuckle with a larger cross section in the area that was cracking.

Notes

Owner notification began august 21, 1998. Owners should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712 if their vehicle is experiencing any steering difficulties. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerOSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATION
ComponentSteering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number98V156001

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Oshkosh MB1993, 1994, 1995All years
Oshkosh MT1993, 1994, 1995All years
Oshkosh XB1993, 1994, 1995All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 98V-156?

Vehicle description: walk-in van and bus shuttle chassis equipped with meritor model fc-921 front axles. Stress cracks can occur in the left front axle steering knuckle.

How is recall 98V-156 fixed?

Freightliner is conducting the owner notification for this campaign. Dealers will replace the left hand steering knuckle with a newly designed knuckle with a larger cross section in the area that was cracking.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.