Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 FCCC Shuttle Chassis, 2022-2023 FCCC RV Chassis, FCCC Van Chassis, Van Chassis Gas, 2023 Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner Business Class M2, Thomas Built Bus School Bus Chassis, Western Star 4700, Western Star 47X, Western Star 4900, and Western Star 49X commercial buses. The tie rod may be missing a fastener, allowing the steer arm to detach.
Daimler Trucks North America – Loss of Steering from Missing Tie Rod Fastener
| Report Received Date | 04/04/2023 |
| NHTSA ID | 23V238000 |
| Consequence Summary | A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | DTNA will inspect and repair or replace the tie rod assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 2, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL970. |
| Recall Code | FL970 |
| Potentially Affected | 306 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V238000) |
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