Recall 22V405000

STEERING

Report Date
20220608
Component
STEERING
Affected Vehicles
6 models

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Freightliner (FCCC) MT45, MT45G and 2022-2023 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The steering gears may have been incorrectly assembled, which can cause the gear to fracture.

Safety Consequence

A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 28,2022. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-938.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2022 FCCC MT45
2022 FCCC MT45G
2022 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA
2023 FCCC MT45
2023 FCCC MT45G
2023 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.