Steering
- Component
- Steering
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 3,573
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2022-06-03
- Owners notified
- 2022-08-01
Defect description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Freightliner M2, 108SD, and 114SD vehicles. The u-joint pinch bolt on the steering shaft may become detached, which can cause a loss of steering control.
Safety risk
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the joint, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed august 1, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-937.