Linkages: tie rod assemblyRecall 24V-402 · Fccc and Freightliner vehicles
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 24V-402 covers 541 Fccc and Freightliner vehicles for a linkages: tie rod assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on June 4, 2024. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q2) shows 79% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 24V402000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2025 Freightliner Cascadia, 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, Western Star 47X, 49X, Freightliner Custom Chassis S2RV 106, and S2C 106 transit buses, cabs, and chassis. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can result in tie rod separation.
The risk
Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is D24R6.
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
79%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from April 17, 2024 to May 22, 2024. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.