2012–2015 Freightliner 114SD, 2012–2015 Freightliner Business Class M2, 2012–2015 Freightliner Cascadia and 2 other models Recall: In certain front axle, brake lining, and brake spider combinations…
NHTSA campaign 18V503000 · Steering · filed Jul 31, 2018 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Freightliner Cascadia, Coronado, Business Class M2, 114SD, and Western Star 4900 trucks. In certain front axle, brake lining, and brake spider combinations, braking may cause high vibrations, resulting in early failure of the tie-rod tube.
The risk
A tie-rod failure would cause a disconnect between the front wheels, resulting in a loss of steering ability, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
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DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake linings, brake spider, and tie-rod, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL782.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 114SD | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Freightliner | Business Class M2 | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Freightliner | Cascadia | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Freightliner | Coronado | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Western Star | 4900 | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 18V503000 (manufacturer number FL782). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.