CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- 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
Certain 2022-2023 Freightliner MT45, MT45G and Cascadia trucks may have had their steering gears assembled incorrectly. The gear can fracture, which can cause a loss of steering control and raise the risk of a crash.
If you own an affected vehicle, dealers will inspect the steering gear and replace it if necessary, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed December 28, 2022. You can also contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1-800-547-0712 and reference recall number FL-938. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Fccc MT 45 | 20222023 |
|---|---|
| Fccc MT45G | 20222023 |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 20222023 |