Fontaine Modification – Improper Press Fit on Steering Shaft

Fontaine Modification (Fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Fontaine-modified Peterbilt 220 and Kenworth 370 dual-steer vehicles manufactured September 30, 2013, to August 22, 2016. The right hand side steering may fail due to an improperly press-fitted steering shaft.

Report Received Date 10/03/2016
NHTSA ID 16V706000
Consequence Summary Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Fontaine will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2016. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1-704-409-1614.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 70
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V706000)

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