NHTSA Recall 09V355000: Column (steering)
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,505 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the FCCC Redundant Custom Chassis S2.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V355000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-554 |
| Component | STEERING › COLUMN |
| Report received | September 15, 2009 |
| Owner notification | November 6, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2010 thomas built school buses and freightliner business class m2 medium duty trucks and freightliner custom chassis s2 vehicles manufactured between april 21 and july 2, 2009, equipped with trw igen 3 intermediate steering columns. The weld around the steering shaft tube that secures the spline tube to the intermediate tube may be mislocated (i.e., not fully over the seam created when the tubes are pressed together.)
Safety risk
Mislocated welds may result in torsional and axial strength falling below acceptable levels. This condition could result in separation of the steering column, loss of steering control and a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on november 6, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Daimler trucks' recall campaign number fl-554.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V355000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| FCCC Redundant Custom Chassis S2 | 2010 |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2010 |
| Thomas Built Buses C2 | 2010 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.