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Recall 25V-603: 2025–2026 FCCC MT45G, 2024–2026 FCCC MT55G and 10 more

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Sep 11, 2025, covering about 343 vehicles.

NHTSA number
25V-603
Report date
Sep 11, 2025
Vehicles affected
343
Owners notified
Nov 10, 2025

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Western Star 47X, Freightliner Business Class M2, FCCC MT55G, 2025-2026 Western Star 49X, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner 114SD, FCCC MT45G, FCCC S2RV106, 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Freightliner eCascadia, FCCC S2C106, and Freightliner 108SD vehicles. The tie rod castle nut and cotter pin may not be installed properly, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.

The risk

A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is D25R2.

Recall details

ManufacturerDaimler Trucks North America, LLC
ComponentSteering › Critical Fasteners
Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number25V603000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
FCCC MT45G2025, 2026All years
FCCC MT55G2024, 2025, 2026All years
FCCC S2C 1062026All years
FCCC S2RV 1062025, 2026All years
Freightliner 108SD2026All years
Freightliner 114SD2025, 2026All years
Freightliner Business Class M22024, 2025, 2026All years
Freightliner Cascadia2025, 2026All years
Freightliner E-Cascadia2026All years
Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C22026All years
Western Star 47X2024, 2025, 2026All years
Western Star 49X2025, 2026All 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 25V-603?

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Western Star 47X, Freightliner Business Class M2, FCCC MT55G, 2025-2026 Western Star 49X, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner 114SD, FCCC MT45G, FCCC S2RV106, 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Freightliner eCascadia, FCCC S2C106, and Freightliner 108SD vehicles. The tie rod castle nut and cotter pin may not be installed properly, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.

How is recall 25V-603 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is D25R2.

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.