NHTSA Campaign 24V571000

STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

Issued by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC · Reported Aug 1, 2024 · 3,799 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, Cascadia and Western Star 47X vehicles. The tie rod in the front axle may contain ball studs that have been incorrectly heat-treated, which can cause them to break, and result in tie rod failure.

Consequence

Tie rod failure can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod assembly, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1007.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FREIGHTLINER 108SD 2025 3,799
FREIGHTLINER 114SD 2025 3,799
FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 2025 3,799
FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA 2025 3,799
WESTERN STAR 47X 2025 3,799

Source: NHTSA Campaign 24V571000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.