Recall 22V405 affects 5,768 2022-2023 Fccc MT45G, MT45, and Cascadia vehicles for steering gears that fracture. Repair is free at any franchised Fccc dealer.
Fccc is recalling 5,768 2022-2023 MT45G, MT45, and Cascadia vehicles because steering gears were incorrectly assembled and can fracture. A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control and raise crash risk, so the Fccc dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The steering gear on 2022-2023 Fccc MT45G, MT45, and Cascadia vehicles is the main mechanical link between the steering wheel and the front wheels. When the driver turns the wheel, the gear converts that input into controlled movement at the steering linkage, so the vehicle follows the direction the driver chooses.
In the recalled vehicles, the steering gear was assembled without the required number of recirculating balls. Those balls help the gear move smoothly and carry load inside the worm-shaft assembly. With balls missing, stress is not spread the way the gear was designed to handle it. The worm-shaft can fracture, and a fractured shaft can lead to a loss of vehicle steering.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the gear fractures, the driver loses the normal steering response without a reliable earlier symptom to watch for.
Who's affected?
Three truck lines share the same steering-system issue across the 2022 and 2023 model years.
| 2023 Fccc MT45G | steering system |
|---|---|
| 2022 Fccc MT45 | steering system |
| 2023 Fccc MT45 | steering system |
| 2022 Freightliner Cascadia | steering system |
| 2023 Freightliner Cascadia | steering system |
| 2022 Fccc MT45G | steering system |
| Units affected | 5,768 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash. If steering feels abnormal, slow down when safe, stop, and call a franchised Fccc dealer for current recall instructions before continuing. The dealer will inspect the steering gear and replace it if needed. Repair will be free at any franchised Fccc dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 Fccc MT45G, MT45, or Cascadia is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Fccc dealer and ask whether recall 22V405 inspection and steering-gear replacement is open for your VIN.
- Use the owner letter DTNA mailed on December 28, 2022 if you have it. If not, reference recall number 22V405 when you call.
- Ask the dealer about the steering-gear inspection and replacement that addresses gear fracture and loss of steering control.
- Drive cautiously until the inspection is complete. Stop driving if steering feel changes or the dealer tells you the vehicle needs repair before use.
What happens at the repair
The planned dealer repair is an inspection of the steering gear on the included Fccc trucks. Once the repair opens, a Fccc technician will inspect the steering gear and replace it when the inspection shows replacement is needed. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. DTNA has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for related steering gear work before the recall repair. Keep repair orders and payment records, and contact DTNA customer service or the dealer service desk about submitting documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 8, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 6, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| August 6, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 6, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 28, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V405?
Recall 22V405 covers 5,768 2022-2023 Fccc MT45G, MT45, and Cascadia vehicles with steering gears that were incorrectly assembled and can fracture. A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Fccc MT45G, MT45, or Cascadia is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V405. If it is, contact a franchised Fccc dealer and ask for the steering gear inspection and replacement. Reference recall number 22V405 or DTNA recall FL-938 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 22V405, dealers will inspect the steering gear and replace it when needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 22V405?
The safety risk is loss of steering control. DTNA reported that the steering gears were incorrectly assembled, and a fracture in that gear can keep the driver from controlling the vehicle, increasing crash risk. The dealer repair path is inspection and replacement at no charge.
What if I bought this Fccc vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2022-2023 Fccc MT45G, MT45, or Cascadia is included, then call a franchised Fccc dealer with recall 22V405 or FL-938.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V405000 |
|---|---|
| Fccc customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V405 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V405000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notice (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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