CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING
- Problem
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024 FCCC MT45G, MT45, and Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The steering gear assemblies may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of steering control.
- Risk
- A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the steering gears, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for the recall is FL995.
- 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.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain steering gear assemblies may have been built with fewer recirculating balls than required. This defect can lead to a loss of steering control, which raises the risk of a crash.
If you own an affected vehicle, authorized dealers will replace the steering gear at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. You can also contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000 and reference recall FL995. 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 | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Fccc MT45G | 2024 |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2024 |