FREIGHTLINER — recall

Automotive · United States · 2026-02-04

Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles, steering gear issue

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-02-04
Manufacturer	FONTAINE MODIFICATION CO.
Models affected	BUSINESS CLASS M2
Model year	2024-2025
Units affected	280
Defect	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._x000D_ A lack of lubrication may cause binding gears and difficulty steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Component	STEERING
Remedy	Fontaine Modification will inspect and replace the steering gearbox as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 2, 2026. Owners may contact Fontaine Modification customer service at 1-800-366-8246.
Recall number	26V066000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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