Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V357000 Reported September 16, 2009

Rack and pinion steering

Daimler Trucks North America, Llc · Steering · 8,882 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
09V357000
Manufacturer Campaign
FL-557
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
8,882
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 16, 2009

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2010 heavy duty trucks manufactured from october 29, 2005 through july 3, 2009. under certain condition, the left hand inner tie rod end may loosen over time and if not corrected, potentially separate from the steering rack.

Safety Consequence

A separated tie rod assembly can result in loss of vehicle control at higher speeds and a crash could occur.

Corrective Action

Daimler trucks will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. the safety recall began on february 5, 2010. owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 09V357000 or campaign FL-557.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 09V357000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 09V357000?

NHTSA recall 09V357000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on September 16, 2009. It addresses: Rack and pinion steering. The recall affects approximately 8,882 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V357000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-557. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.