Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #23V238000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V238000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 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 Includes 306 affected units, Loss of Steering from Missing Tie Rod Fastener, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2022 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
Defect Summary
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.
Corrective Action
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.