Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, Cascadia and Western Star 47X vehicles. The tie rod in the front axle may contain ball studs that have been incorrectly heat-treated, which can cause them to break, and result in tie rod failure.
Daimler Trucks North America – Loss of Steering Control from Tie Rod Failure
| Report Received Date | 08/01/2024 |
| NHTSA ID | 24V571000 |
| Consequence Summary | Tie rod failure can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 29, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1007. |
| Recall Code | F1007 |
| Potentially Affected | 3421 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V571000) |
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