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2020-2026 Western Star 49X and other models recall: Loss of vehicle control from loose axle clamp fasteners

Certain 2020–2026 Western Star 49X, Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner 108SD, 2021–2026 Western Star 47X, 2021–2023 Freightliner 122SD, 2022 Western Star 48X, and 2023 Western Star 4700 vehicles (18,783 units) are affected. Daimler Trucks North America is recalling them because axle clamp fasteners may be loose, which can result in a loss of vehicle control. Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners free of charge; owner letters were mailed December 29, 2025, and owners can call DTNA at 1-800-547-0712 (recall F1027).

What's being recalled

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Western Star 49X, Freightliner Business Class M2, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner 108SD, 2021-2026 Western Star 47X, 2021-2023 Freightliner 122SD, 2022 Western Star 48X, and 2023 Western Star 4700 vehicles. The axle clamp fasteners may be loose, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.

How to identify it

NHTSA campaign 25V760000; Manufacturer campaign F1027

The hazard

A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2025. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1027.

The official notice

This page is a summary of the notice published by U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Check the original before you act on it.

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