Detroit Model 2, Model 3: Critical fasteners

Date

April 16, 2021

Filed by

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Vehicles

Detroit Model 2 (years not listed); Detroit Model 3 (years not listed)

Component

Steering › Critical Fasteners; Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly

Description of the defect

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Detroit Model 2 and 3 axles. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.

Potentially affected

172

What can happen

A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm and steering arm bolts, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-884.

Recall notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Owner notification date

June 10, 2021

Manufacturer campaign number

FL-884

Recall type

E (equipment)

Influenced by

MFR

Manufacturer's component

Steering Arm Bolt, Tie Rod Bolt · N308676020025, N308676020022

Recall number

21E029000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.