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Recall 21V-369: 2021–2022 FCCC MT Chassis, 2021–2022 FCCC S2 and 11 more

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on May 19, 2021, covering about 8,482 vehicles.

NHTSA number
21V-369
Report date
May 19, 2021
Vehicles affected
8,482
Owners notified
Dec 23, 2021

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, Business Class M2, Cascadia, 108SD, Western Star 4900, 4700, 5700, Custom Chass RV Chassis, Custom Chass S2 Chassis, Custom Chass XC Chassis, Custom Chass XB Chassis, and Custom Chass MT Chassis. The tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.

The risk

Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-888.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerDaimler Trucks North America, LLC
ComponentSteering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number21V369000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
FCCC MT Chassis2021, 2022All years
FCCC S22021, 2022All years
FCCC S2RV2021, 2022All years
FCCC XB Chassis2021, 2022All years
FCCC XC Chassis2021, 2022All years
Freightliner 108SD2021, 2022All years
Freightliner 114SD2021, 2022All years
Freightliner 122SD2021, 2022All years
Freightliner Business Class M22021, 2022All years
Freightliner Cascadia2021, 2022All years
Western Star 47002021, 2022All years
Western Star 49002021, 2022All years
Western Star 57002021, 2022All 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-369?

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, Business Class M2, Cascadia, 108SD, Western Star 4900, 4700, 5700, Custom Chass RV Chassis, Custom Chass S2 Chassis, Custom Chass XC Chassis, Custom Chass XB Chassis, and Custom Chass MT Chassis. The tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.

How is recall 21V-369 fixed?

Dealers will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-888.

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.