2022–2023 FCCC MT45, FCCC MT45G, Freightliner Cascadia: Steering recall
NHTSA campaign 22V405000 · 5,768 units potentially affected · filed Jun 8, 2022
What's wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Freightliner (FCCC) MT45, MT45G and 2022-2023 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The steering gears may have been incorrectly assembled, which can cause the gear to fracture.
Why it matters
A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 28,2022. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-938.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V405000
- Manufacturer no.
- FL-938
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
- Component
- STEERING
- Units affected
- 5,768
- Report received
- Jun 8, 2022
- Owner letters
- Dec 28, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- FCCC MT45 2022, 2023
- FCCC MT45G 2022, 2023
- Freightliner Cascadia 2022, 2023