SteeringRecall 25V-504 · 2022–2024 Freightliner Business Class M2
FONTAINE MODIFICATION CO. recall 25V-504 covers 176 2022–2024 Freightliner Business Class M2 for a steering problem, reported to NHTSA on August 6, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 43% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V504000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
A steering shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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
43%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 9 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 1, 2023 to October 29, 2024. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.