Western Star 49x recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 11, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2024–2026 Western Star, Freightliner — 12 models

Recall number

25V603000

Brand / firm

Western Star, Freightliner, Thomas Built Buses, Fccc

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 343 units

Why it was recalled

A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.