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.