Recall 10V322 affects 6,325 2009-2010 Freightliner Business Class M2, Acterra, A-Line, and L-Line heavy trucks for steering-column welds. Free repair at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
Freightliner is recalling 6,325 2009-2010 Business Class M2, Acterra, A-Line, and L-Line heavy trucks with TRW IGEN3 intermediate steering columns because a misplaced weld can weaken the steering shaft tube. The column can separate, causing loss of steering control and a crash without warning; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The intermediate steering column in the 2009-2010 Freightliner Business Class M2, Acterra, A-Line, and L-Line is part of the steering link between the steering wheel and the steering gear. Inside that column, an IGEN3 steering shaft tube and spline tube are joined so the driver's steering input moves through the column as one solid piece.
The recall concerns the weld around that steering shaft tube. The weld is supposed to sit fully over the joint where the tubes are pressed together, locking the spline tube to the intermediate tube. On affected trucks, that weld is mislocated, so it does not fully cover the joint it is meant to secure. That weakens the connection inside the steering column and can interfere with the normal transfer of steering force.
There is no warning sign before failure. The driver should not count on noise, looseness, or a dashboard light to appear before the steering column problem shows up.
Who's affected?
Covers Freightliner Business Class M2 plus Sterling Acterra, A-Line, and L-Line trucks from the 2009-2010 model years, all tied to the steering column.
| 2010 Freightliner Business Class M2 | steering column |
|---|---|
| 2009 Freightliner Business Class M2 | steering column |
| 2010 Sterling Acterra | steering column |
| 2010 Sterling A-Line | steering column |
| 2009 Sterling A-Line | steering column |
| 2009 Sterling Acterra | steering column |
| 2009 Sterling L-Line | steering column |
| 2010 Sterling L-Line | steering column |
| Units affected | 6,325 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Mislocated welds can leave the steering column below required strength. If the column separates, the driver loses steering control and crash risk rises without warning. Schedule the recall repair soon and keep trips limited until a dealer confirms the vehicle is fixed. Repair will be free at any franchised Freightliner dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2010 Freightliner Business Class M2, Acterra, A-Line, or L-Line is included in this recall.
- Wait for Freightliner repair instructions before scheduling the free steering-column repair.
- Contact a franchised Freightliner dealer after your VIN is confirmed and ask about the steering-column weld repair that addresses possible loss of steering control.
- Bring the owner notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 10V322 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop driving if steering feels loose or changes without warning.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Freightliner technician handles the intermediate steering column repair covered by recall 10V322. The remedy text does not name a specific part replacement or inspection step, so ask the service desk to confirm the work order before the bus goes in. DTNA's remedy states that owners were notified and the buses were repaired free of charge after the recall began on December 23, 2010. If the VIN is included and the work remains open, the dealer repair is covered under the recall.
Timeline
| July 13, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 23, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V322?
Recall 10V322 covers 6,325 2009-2010 Freightliner Business Class M2, Acterra, A-Line, and L-Line heavy trucks with TRW IGEN3 intermediate steering columns. A misplaced weld on the steering shaft tube can reduce strength. The official risk is steering column separation, loss of steering control, and a crash without warning.
What should I do if my 2009-2010 Freightliner Business Class M2, Acterra, A-Line, or L-Line is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 10V322. If it is, contact a franchised Freightliner dealer and reference recall number 10V322 when you schedule the steering column repair. The safety recall began on December 23, 2010, and the repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Freightliner stated that affected vehicles will be repaired free of charge. A franchised Freightliner dealer can confirm the open recall by VIN and complete the steering column remedy.
Is it safe to drive before the repair is done?
The recall does not include a formal do-not-drive order, but the stated risk is serious. The steering column can separate and cause loss of steering control without warning. Confirm your VIN, ask the dealer how soon the repair can be completed, and ask about towing if steering feels abnormal.
What warning signs should I watch for?
There is no warning sign before failure in the recall filing. The official consequence says the steering column separation can happen without warning, leading to loss of steering control and a crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer repair promptly.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V322000 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V322 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V322000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →