NHTSA Campaign 22V405000
STEERING
Issued by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC · Reported Jun 8, 2022 · 5,768 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| FCCC | MT45 | 2022 | 5,768 |
| FCCC | MT45 | 2023 | 5,768 |
| FCCC | MT45G | 2022 | 5,768 |
| FCCC | MT45G | 2023 | 5,768 |
| FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA | 2022 | 5,768 |
| FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA | 2023 | 5,768 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 22V405000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.