NHTSA Recall 24V509000: Tie rod assembly (steering)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 61 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Freightliner 114SD.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V509000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | F1005 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | July 3, 2024 |
| Owner notification | August 26, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner Cascadia, 114SD, Western Star 47X, and 49X transit buses equipped with Composolite EXS20 steerable lift axle suspension assemblies. The tie rod assembly ball stud could have been improperly heat treated and can fail.
Safety risk
The ball stud can separate from the vehicle becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is F1005.
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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V509000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner 114SD | 2025 |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2025 |
| Western Star 47X | 2025 |
| Western Star 49X | 2025 |
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.