CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING
- Problem
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Freightliner M2, 108SD, and 114SD vehicles. The u-joint pinch bolt on the steering shaft may become detached, which can cause a loss of steering control.
- Risk
- Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the joint, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed august 1, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-937.
- 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 steering shaft's universal joint (u-joint) pinch bolt may become detached. If that happens, the driver can lose steering control, which raises the risk of a crash.
An authorized dealer will inspect the u-joint and repair it if needed, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were expected to be mailed August 1, 2022. For questions, you can contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1-800-547-0712 and reference recall FL-937. You should also check your vehicle's VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Freightliner 108SD | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner 114SD | 2023 |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2023 |