Recall
Freightliner Custom Chass S2 — 21V256000
NHTSA ID
21V256000
Make
Freightliner
Model
Custom Chass S2
Years Affected
2021
Recall Date
2021-04-12
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Units Affected
12,470
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-884
Summary
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.
Consequence
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.