Daimler Trucks North America – Loss of Steering from Tie Rod Separation

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner Cascadia, 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, 49X, Freightliner Custom Chassis S2RV 106, and S2C 106 transit buses, cabs, and chassis. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can result in tie rod separation.


Report Received Date 06/04/2024
NHTSA ID 24V402000
Consequence Summary Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 3, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is D24R6.
Recall Code D24R6
Potentially Affected 541
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V402000)