Linkages: tie rod assemblyRecall 23V-238 · Fccc and Freightliner vehicles
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 23V-238 covers 306 Fccc and Freightliner vehicles for a linkages: tie rod assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on April 4, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q2) shows 48% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V238000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 FCCC Shuttle Chassis, 2022-2023 FCCC RV Chassis, FCCC Van Chassis, Van Chassis Gas, 2023 Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner Business Class M2, Thomas Built Bus School Bus Chassis, Western Star 4700, Western Star 47X, Western Star 4900, and Western Star 49X commercial buses. The tie rod may be missing a fastener, allowing the steer arm to detach.
The risk
A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will inspect and repair or replace the tie rod assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL970.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
48%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.