Recall 23V-238: 2022 FCCC MT45G, 2022–2023 FCCC MT50E and 15 more
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Apr 4, 2023, covering about 306 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 FCCC Shuttle Chassis, 2022-2023 FCCC RV Chassis, FCCC Van Chassis, Van Chassis Gas, 2023 Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner Business Class M2, Thomas Built Bus School Bus Chassis, Western Star 4700, Western Star 47X, Western Star 4900, and Western Star 49X commercial buses. The tie rod may be missing a fastener, allowing the steer arm to detach.
The risk
A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will inspect and repair or replace the tie rod assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL970.
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 › Tie Rod Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V238000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| FCCC MT45G | 2022 | All years |
| FCCC MT50E | 2022, 2023 | All years |
| FCCC MT55 | 2022, 2023 | All years |
| FCCC S2C | 2022 | All years |
| FCCC S2RV | 2022, 2023 | All years |
| FCCC XCM | 2023 | All years |
| FCCC XCR | 2023 | All years |
| FCCC XCS | 2023 | All years |
| Freightliner 108SD | 2023 | All years |
| Freightliner 114SD | 2023 | All years |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2023 | All years |
| Freightliner M2 | 2023 | All years |
| Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 | 2023 | All years |
| Western Star 4700 | 2023 | All years |
| Western Star 47X | 2023 | All years |
| Western Star 4900 | 2023 | All years |
| Western Star 49X | 2023 | 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-238?
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 FCCC Shuttle Chassis, 2022-2023 FCCC RV Chassis, FCCC Van Chassis, Van Chassis Gas, 2023 Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner Business Class M2, Thomas Built Bus School Bus Chassis, Western Star 4700, Western Star 47X, Western Star 4900, and Western Star 49X commercial buses. The tie rod may be missing a fastener, allowing the steer arm to detach.
How is recall 23V-238 fixed?
DTNA will inspect and repair or replace the tie rod assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL970.
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.