NHTSA Recall 25V504000
Filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Component: Steering. Reported 2025-08-06. An estimated 176 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Fontaine Modification Company (Fontaine Modification) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. Welds may crack and fail, allowing the Intermediate steering shaft assembly to detach from the steering column.
Risk
A steering shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Fontaine Modification will replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 3, 2025. Owners may contact Fontaine Modification customer service at 1-800-366-8246.
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