Recall 18V487000: 2018–2019 Freightliner Business Class M2

Report received

Jul 20, 2018

Manufacturer

Daimler Trucks North America LLC

Potentially affected

9,093vehicles

Model years

2018–2019

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks. The steering shaft assembly may have been installed incorrectly, which can cause a loss of connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels.

Possible consequence

A loss of connection between the steering wheel and front wheels can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the steering assembly installation, repairing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 9, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-781.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2018 Freightliner Business Class M20 complaints
• 2019 Freightliner Business Class M20 complaints