Steering

NHTSA recall 25V504000 · announced August 6, 2025 · filed by Fontaine Modification Co. · 176 units affected

The problem

Fontaine Modification Company (Fontaine Modification) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. Welds may crack and fail, allowing the Intermediate steering shaft assembly to detach from the steering column.

The risk

A steering shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Fontaine Modification will replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 3, 2025. Owners may contact Fontaine Modification customer service at 1-800-366-8246.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2022 Freightliner Business Class M2
• 2023 Freightliner Business Class M2
• 2024 Freightliner Business Class M2

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.