NHTSA recall 25V504000
Steering
Freightliner Business Class M2
Reported Aug 6, 2025176 vehicles affectedFONTAINE MODIFICATION CO.
The defect
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 remedy
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.