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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 25V504📅 Aug 7, 2025

2022–2024 Freightliner Business Class M2 recall: steering

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
25V504000
Manufacturer
FONTAINE MODIFICATION CO.
Vehicles affected
176
Component
STEERING
Owner phone
1-800-366-8246
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Sep 3, 2025
Recall started by
MFR

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 25V504 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 25V504?

2022–2024 Freightliner Business Class M2. 176 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Freightliner dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-366-8246.