NHTSA Campaign 18V487000

STEERING

Issued by Daimler Trucks North America LLC · Reported Jul 20, 2018 · 9,093 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks. The steering shaft assembly may have been installed incorrectly, which can cause a loss of connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels.

Consequence

A loss of connection between the steering wheel and front wheels can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the steering assembly installation, repairing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-781.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 2018 9,093
FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 2019 9,093

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V487000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.