Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V487000 Reported July 20, 2018

Incorrectly installed steering shaft assembly

Q: What is recall 18V487000?

NHTSA recall 18V487000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on July 20, 2018. It addresses: Incorrectly installed steering shaft assembly. The recall affects approximately 9,093 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Daimler Trucks North America, Llc · N/A · 9,093 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

18V487000

Manufacturer Campaign

FL-781

Manufacturer

Daimler Trucks North America, Llc

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

9,093

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

July 20, 2018

Completion Rate

92.22

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018-2019 freightliner business class m2 trucks. the steering shaft assembly may have been installed incorrectly, which can cause a loss of connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels.

Safety Consequence

A loss of connection between the steering wheel and front wheels can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dtna has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the steering assembly installation, repairing it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began august 9, 2018. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-781.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 18V487000 or campaign FL-781.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 18V487000

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

What is recall 18V487000?

NHTSA recall 18V487000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on July 20, 2018. It addresses: Incorrectly installed steering shaft assembly. The recall affects approximately 9,093 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 18V487000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-781. 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.