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NHTSA Recall 25V504000: Steering

FONTAINE MODIFICATION CO. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 176 vehicles. It affects 2022–2024 Freightliner Business Class M2.

176
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2025
owners notified (September 3)
NHTSA campaign25V504000
ComponentSTEERING
Report receivedAugust 6, 2025
Owner notificationSeptember 3, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Fontaine Modification Company (Fontaine Modification) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. Welds may crack and fail, allowing the Intermediate steering shaft assembly to detach from the steering column.

Safety risk

A steering shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Fontaine Modification will replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 3, 2025. Owners may contact Fontaine Modification customer service at 1-800-366-8246.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V504000

Make and modelModel years
Freightliner Business Class M22022, 2023, 2024

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.