Daimler Trucks North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner Cascadia
— Recall Campaign #24V402000
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner Cascadia, 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, 49X, Freightliner Custom Chassis S2RV 106, and S2C 106 transit buses, cabs, and chassis. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can result in tie rod separation.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 541 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
24V402000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | June 04, 2024 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 24V402000 |
| Units affected: | 541 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner Cascadia, 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, 49X, Freightliner Custom Chassis S2RV 106, and S2C 106 transit buses, cabs, and chassis. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can result in tie rod separation.
- Consequeces:
- Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is D24R6.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.