Freightliner · United States · Mod
Freightliner Business Class M2: Steering — gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Affects Freightliner Business Class M2 · 2024–2025 — about 280 vehicles.
The hazard
A lack of lubrication may cause binding gears and difficulty steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Fontaine Modification will inspect and replace the steering gearbox as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Fontaine Modification customer service at 1-800-366-8246.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational