CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS
- Problem
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Freightliner Custom Chass MT45 Chassis. The leaf spring eye on the rear suspension may be undersized, which could result in it breaking and detaching from the vehicle.
- Risk
- A detached leaf spring eye can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace spring assemblies. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 26, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-895.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The rear suspension leaf spring eye on certain vehicles may be undersized. Over time, this can cause the spring to break and separate from the vehicle.
A detached leaf spring eye can fall onto the road and create a hazard for other drivers, which increases the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Dealers will replace the spring assemblies. If you have questions, you can contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1-800-547-0712. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Fccc MT 45 | 2022 |
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