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NHTSA Recall 21V510000: Springs (suspension)

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 79 vehicles. It affects 2022 FCCC MT45.

79
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (August 26)
NHTSA campaign21V510000
Manufacturer campaignFL-895
ComponentSUSPENSION › REAR › SPRINGS
Report receivedJuly 2, 2021
Owner notificationAugust 26, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Freightliner Custom Chass MT45 Chassis. The leaf spring eye on the rear suspension may be undersized, which could result in it breaking and detaching from the vehicle.

Safety risk

A detached leaf spring eye can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace spring assemblies. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 26, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-895.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V510000

Make and modelModel years
FCCC MT452022

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.