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NHTSARecalled Jul 20, 2018 · #18V487000

Incorrectly Installed Steering Shaft Assembly

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks. The steering shaft assembly may have been installed incorrectly, which 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.

Product details

Product
  • Incorrectly Installed Steering Shaft Assembly
  • 2018-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the steering assembly installation, repairing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-781.

View the official CPSC notice