NHTSA Campaign 18V646000
STEERING
Issued by Daimler Trucks North America LLC · Reported Sep 19, 2018 · 19,754 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, and Business Class M2 vehicles. 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 will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the steering shaft assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-791.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| FREIGHTLINER | 108SD | 2018 | 19,754 |
| FREIGHTLINER | 108SD | 2019 | 19,754 |
| FREIGHTLINER | 114SD | 2018 | 19,754 |
| FREIGHTLINER | 114SD | 2019 | 19,754 |
| FREIGHTLINER | BUSINESS CLASS M2 | 2018 | 19,754 |
| FREIGHTLINER | BUSINESS CLASS M2 | 2019 | 19,754 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V646000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.