Recall 23V-105: 2019–2021 Freightliner 108SD, 2019–2021 Freightliner 114SD and 5 more
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Feb 20, 2023, covering about 60,604 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Columbia, Coronado, Business Class M2, and 2020 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
The risk
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL967. This recall expands recall number 21V-689.
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
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Drag › Link › Connection |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V105000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner 108SD | 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Freightliner 114SD | 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Freightliner 122SD | 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2020 | All years |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Freightliner Coronado | 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Freightliner M2 | 2019, 2020, 2021 | 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 23V-105?
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Columbia, Coronado, Business Class M2, and 2020 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
How is recall 23V-105 fixed?
DTNA will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL967. This recall expands recall number 21V-689.
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.