Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling more than 3,000 trucks for a potential steering problem.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the tie rod in the front axles in the recalled trucks may contain ball studs that have been incorrectly heat-treated, which can cause them to break, and result in tie rod failure.
DTNA is recalling certain 2025 vehicles, including:
- Freightliner 108SD, manufactured between April 22 and June 26
- Freightliner 114SD, manufactured between May 20 and July 2
- Freightliner Business Class M2, manufactured between April 22 and July 20
- Freightliner Cascadia, manufactured between April 15 and July 11
- Western Star 47X, manufactured on June 21
The total number of vehicles potentially involved in the recall is 3,421.
The NHTSA saId dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Sept. 29. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1007.
Owners may also contact the NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or visit the agency's website.
