Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 343 vehicles because the steering tie rod castle nut and cotter pin may have been improperly installed. This recall includes various 2024-2026 Western Star and Freightliner trucks, as well as Thomas Built Buses and FCCC chassis models. Dealers will perform a free inspection and replace the tie rod assembly if the fasteners are not secured correctly. Notification letters were mailed in November 2025.
If the tie rod fasteners are not installed correctly, the vehicle can suffer a complete loss of steering control. This defect significantly increases the risk of a crash for the driver and others on the road.
Inspection and potential replacement of the tie rod assembly.
Tie rod assembly fasteners improperly installed.
Tie rod assembly fasteners improperly installed.
Tie rod assembly fasteners improperly installed.
Tie rod assembly fasteners improperly installed.
Tie rod assembly fasteners improperly installed.
Tie rod assembly fasteners improperly installed.
Tie rod assembly fasteners improperly installed.
Tie rod assembly fasteners improperly installed.
Tie rod assembly fasteners improperly installed.
Tie rod assembly fasteners improperly installed.
Tie rod assembly fasteners improperly installed.
Tie rod assembly fasteners improperly installed.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response