Freightliner Recalls M2 Trucks for Steering Shaft Installation Defect
Daimler Trucks is recalling 2018-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks because an incorrectly installed steering shaft may disconnect the steering wheel from the front wheels.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering shaft) that can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Daimler Trucks North America LLC is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks. The recall involves 9,093 vehicles where the steering shaft assembly may have been installed incorrectly. This defect can cause a loss of connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels.
A loss of connection between the steering wheel and front wheels can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall began on August 9, 2018.
Dealers will inspect the steering assembly installation and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-781. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2
- Brand
- FREIGHTLINER
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Steering System
- Affected units
- 9,093
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- BUSINESS CLASS M2
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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