Recall 25V603000 — STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY Defect in 2024-2026 WESTERN STAR 49X
RECALL This recall affects up to 343 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 25V603000 |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
| Vehicles Affected | 343 |
| Component | STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
2024 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2, 2024 WESTERN STAR 47X, 2024 FCCC MT55G, 2025 WESTERN STAR 49X, 2025 WESTERN STAR 47X, 2025 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA, 2025 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2, 2025 FREIGHTLINER 114SD, 2025 FCCC MT45G, 2025 FCCC MT55G, 2025 FCCC S2RV 106, 2026 WESTERN STAR 49X, 2026 FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2, 2026 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2, 2026 WESTERN STAR 47X, 2026 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA, 2026 FREIGHTLINER 108SD, 2026 FREIGHTLINER 114SD, 2026 FCCC S2C 106, 2026 FCCC S2RV 106, 2026 FREIGHTLINER E-CASCADIA, 2026 FCCC MT55G, 2026 FCCC MT45G
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Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Related Recalls for WESTERN STAR
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V760000 | 2022 WESTERN STAR 48X | SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS | 18,783 | |
| 25V601000 | 2025 WESTERN STAR 47X | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CRITICAL FASTENERS | 402 | |
| 25V295000 | 2025 WESTERN STAR 49X | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK | 68 | |
| 25V326000 | 2023 WESTERN STAR 47X | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 22,271 | |
| 25V187000 | 2025 WESTERN STAR 47X | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | 1,968 | |
| 24V736000 | 2025 WESTERN STAR 49X | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 620 | |
| 24V668000 | 2020 WESTERN STAR 49X | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | 16,890 | |
| 24V571000 | 2025 WESTERN STAR 47X | STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | 3,799 | |
| 24V509000 | 2025 WESTERN STAR 47X | STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | 61 | |
| 24V402000 | 2025 WESTERN STAR 49X | STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | 541 |