Recall 21V-256: 2021–2022 FCCC MT45, 2021–2022 FCCC MT55 and 13 more
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Apr 12, 2021, covering about 12,470 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 114SD, 108SD, 122SD, Custom Chass S2 Chassis, Custom Chass XB Chassis, Custom Chass XC Chassis, and Custom Chass MT Chassis Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700 vehicles. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.
The risk
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm and steering arm bolts, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-884.
Notes
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.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly Steering › Critical Fasteners |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V256000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| FCCC MT45 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| FCCC MT55 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| FCCC S2 | 2022 | All years |
| FCCC XB Chassis | 2022 | All years |
| FCCC XC Chassis | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Freightliner 108SD | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Freightliner 114SD | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Freightliner 122SD | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Freightliner Custom Chass S2 | 2021 | All years |
| Freightliner Custom Chass XB | 2021 | All years |
| Western Star 4700 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Western Star 4900 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Western Star 5700 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V-256?
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 114SD, 108SD, 122SD, Custom Chass S2 Chassis, Custom Chass XB Chassis, Custom Chass XC Chassis, and Custom Chass MT Chassis Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700 vehicles. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.
How is recall 21V-256 fixed?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm and steering arm bolts, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-884.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.