Recall 21V256000: 2021–2022 Fccc MT45, 2021–2022 Fccc MT55, 2022 Fccc S2 +12 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Apr 12, 2021
Vehicles affected
12,470
Models
15
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 114SD, 108SD, 122SD, Custom Chass S2 Chassis, Custom Chass XB Chassis, Custom Chass XC Chassis, and Custom Chass MT Chassis Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700 vehicles. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.

The risk

A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm and steering arm bolts, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-884.

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.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
21V256000
Manufacturer campaign
FL-884
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Owner letters
Jun 10, 2021
Components
Steering:critical fasteners (Steering); Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly (Steering)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology