NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2024–2025 Freightliner Business Class M2 recall: Insufficient Oil in Steering Gear Box May Cause Gears to Bind
- Recall number
- 26V066000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Fontaine Modification CO.
- Category
- Vehicles › Steering
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 280
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Steering
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | Business Class M2 | 2024–2025 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
Fontaine Modification Company (Fontaine Modification) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been assembled with insufficient oil.
Consequence
A lack of lubrication may cause binding gears and difficulty steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
What should you do?
Fontaine Modification will inspect and replace the steering gearbox as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Fontaine Modification customer service at 1-800-366-8246.
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V066000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.