NHTSA Recall 25V603000: Tie rod assembly (steering) and critical fasteners (steering)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 343 vehicles. It affects 12 models including the FCCC MT45G.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V603000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | D25R2 |
| Components | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY; STEERING › CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Report received | September 11, 2025 |
| Owner notification | November 10, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Western Star 47X, Freightliner Business Class M2, FCCC MT55G, 2025-2026 Western Star 49X, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner 114SD, FCCC MT45G, FCCC S2RV106, 2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Freightliner eCascadia, FCCC S2C106, and Freightliner 108SD vehicles. The tie rod castle nut and cotter pin may not be installed properly, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
Safety risk
A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is D25R2.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V603000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| FCCC MT45G | 2025, 2026 |
| FCCC MT55G | 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| FCCC S2C 106 | 2026 |
| FCCC S2RV 106 | 2025, 2026 |
| Freightliner 108SD | 2026 |
| Freightliner 114SD | 2025, 2026 |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2025, 2026 |
| Freightliner E-Cascadia | 2026 |
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2026 |
| Western Star 47X | 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| Western Star 49X | 2025, 2026 |
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.