FREIGHTLINER 108SD 2018: STEERING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V646000

Make Model Year
FREIGHTLINER 108SD 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-11-16 2018-09-19 2018-09-25

Production Dates: 2017-12-01 - 2018-08-03

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-791

Component: STEERING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 19754

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Daimler Trucks North America LLC "DTNA" is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, and Business Class M2 vehicles. The steering shaft assembly may have been installed incorrectly, which can cause a loss of connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels.

Consequence

A loss of connection between the steering wheel and front wheels can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the steering shaft assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-791.

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.