NHTSA Recall 21V510000
Filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Component: Suspension. Reported 2021-07-02. An estimated 79 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Freightliner Custom Chass MT45 Chassis. The leaf spring eye on the rear suspension may be undersized, which could result in it breaking and detaching from the vehicle.
Risk
A detached leaf spring eye can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Dealers will replace spring assemblies. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 26, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-895.
Manufacturer campaign number: FL-895
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.