Freightliner 114SD, 122SD +5 more: Steering — idler and attachment

Affects Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, Business Class M2, Columbia Glider, Coronado Glider, 108SD, Cascadia · 2016 — about 11K vehicles.

The hazard

If the steering arm bolts are not properly tightened, the steering arm may separate from the knuckle causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America or Detroit Diesel authorized service facilities will inspect the steering arm bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-691.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational