Recovery tow hooks may fail
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain 2018 freightliner cascadia, m2 business class, 114sd, and 122sd trucks, and western star 4700 and 5700 trucks. these vehicles have tow hooks used for recovery purposes that may fail during use.
Safety Consequence
If the tow hook fails without warning during a recovery operation, the sudden release of the vehicle may increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle's tow hooks and, depending on their production date codes, will replace them, free of charge. the recall began on september 14, 2017. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000. dtna's number for this recall is fl-742.
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FAQ: Recall 17V452000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V452000?
NHTSA recall 17V452000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on July 17, 2017. It addresses: Recovery tow hooks may fail. The recall affects approximately 2,483 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V452000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-742. 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.