FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 2019: STEERING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V487000

Make Model Year
FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-08-13 2018-07-20 2018-07-30

Production Dates: 2017-12-01 - 3018-05-30

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-781

Component: STEERING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 9093

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Daimler Trucks North America LLC "DTNA" is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks. 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 has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the steering assembly installation, repairing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-781.

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.