Two separate recalls by Daimler Trucks North America include nearly 20,000 trucks, most of which are severe service, while a recall by Navistar involves around 600 severe service International trucks, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The largest of the two Daimler recalls is for improperly installed steering shaft assemblies in approximately 19,754 trucks. Affected trucks include model year 2018-2019 Freightliner 108SD, 2018-2019 Freightliner 114SD and 2018-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2.
Daimler says an improperly installed steering shaft assembly can cause a loss of connection between the steering wheel and front wheels.
Daimler will notify affected truck owners and repair the assembly if necessary. Owners can contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 with recall number FL-791. NHTSA’s recall number is 18V-646.
The other DTNA recall affects approximately 201 trucks equipped with certain Bridgestone tires in which the steel body cords could be exposed. Affected truck models include:
Trucks equipped with certain Bridgestone M854, M860A and M8864 tires are included. Bridgestone issued a recall for the affected tires last month.
DTNA will notify owners and replace the tires if necessary. Owners can contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 with recall number FL-790. NHTSA’s recall number is 18V-641.
