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Campaign 15V613 Posted September 30, 2015 10,843 units

2016 Freightliner Trucks Recall 15V613: Steering Arm Bolts

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 31, 2026

Recall 15V613 affects 10,843 2016 Freightliner trucks for loose steering arm bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.

Freightliner is recalling 10,843 2016 Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD, 122SD, Coronado Glider, and Columbia Glider vehicles because steering arm bolts need inspection for proper tightening. An under-tightened steering arm bolt can let the steering arm separate from the knuckle, causing loss of steering and raising crash risk; Freightliner dealers will complete the repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The steering arm is part of the linkage that turns the front wheels when the driver moves the steering wheel. On the 2016 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, Business Class M2, Columbia Glider, Coronado Glider, 108SD, and Cascadia, it connects the steering gear's motion to the axle hardware so the truck tracks in the direction the driver commands.

The problem is the steering arm bolts on affected trucks were not properly tightened during production. Those bolts clamp the steering arm in place on trucks built with Detroit Axles at the Saltillo and Santiago plants. If the clamping force is wrong, vibration and steering load can let the connection loosen instead of holding the arm firmly in position.

There is no warning sign before failure. A driver should not wait for a noise, warning light, or change in steering feel before treating the recall as real.

Who's affected?

Seven Freightliner truck lines share the same steering-linkage component in this scope.

2016 Freightliner 114SD steering linkage
2016 Freightliner 122SD steering linkage
2016 Freightliner Business Class M2 steering linkage
2016 Freightliner Columbia Glider steering linkage
2016 Freightliner Coronado Glider steering linkage
Units affected10,843

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?

Loose steering arm bolts can let the steering arm separate from the knuckle, causing loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash. There is no listed warning sign before separation, so confirm your VIN and schedule the inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2016 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, Business Class M2, Columbia Glider, Coronado Glider, 108SD, or Cascadia is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to schedule the free steering-arm-bolt inspection and tightening that keeps the steering arm secured to the knuckle.
  3. Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 15V613 when you call.
  4. Drive cautiously until the repair is complete; improperly tightened steering arm bolts can lead to loss of steering.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer or authorized service facility, a Freightliner technician inspects the steering arm bolts and tightens them if they are not properly secured. The inspection and any needed tightening are free under the recall, with parts and labor covered. Freightliner's general reimbursement plan is on file for owners who already paid out of pocket for the same steering arm bolt repair before the recall notice. Contact DTNA customer service or ask the service desk how to submit repair paperwork under that plan.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

September 30, 2015 NHTSA published the recall
November 12, 2015 Owner notification mailed
November 28, 2015 Dealer notification began
November 28, 2015 Dealer notification ended
November 28, 2015 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 15V613?

Recall 15V613 covers 10,843 2016 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, Business Class M2, Columbia Glider, Coronado Glider, 108SD, and Cascadia trucks. Loose steering arm bolts can let the steering arm separate from the knuckle, causing loss of steering and increasing crash risk. The dealer inspection and tightening are free.

What should I do if my 2016 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, Business Class M2, Columbia Glider, Coronado Glider, 108SD, or Cascadia is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 15V613. If it is, contact a franchised Freightliner dealer or authorized service facility to schedule the steering arm bolt inspection. Reference recall 15V613 or Freightliner number FL-691 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Freightliner authorized service facilities will inspect the steering arm bolts and tighten them as needed free of charge.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is loss of steering. If the steering arm bolts are not tightened correctly, the steering arm can separate from the knuckle, which can cause loss of steering and increase crash risk. The fix is an inspection and bolt tightening at an authorized service facility.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V613000
Freightliner customer service1-800-745-8000
NHTSA recall #15V613
NHTSA recall # (full)15V613000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →