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Campaign 25V601 Posted September 11, 2025 402 units

2025-2026 Freightliner Trucks Recall 25V601: Brakes

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 20, 2026

Recall 25V601 covers 402 2025-2026 Freightliner vehicles for loose brake caliper mounting bolts that can reduce braking and damage tires or wheels.

Freightliner is recalling 402 2025-2026 Business Class M2, Cascadia, and related Western Star and FCCC vehicles because brake caliper mounting bolts can loosen and detach. The problem can cause loss of brake function, tire or wheel damage, or loss of vehicle control and raise the risk of a crash; the dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The brake caliper mounting bolts are the critical fasteners that hold the front disc brake caliper in place at the wheel end. On affected 2025-2026 Freightliner vehicles and chassis, the caliper is the part that squeezes the brake pads against the rotor when the air brake system applies pressure.

The problem comes from axles that went through a supplier rework process without clear confirmation that the final caliper bolt torque was completed. If those bolts were left loose, they can back out during service. A loose or detached caliper bolt can reduce brake function and damage the tire or wheel.

Before a bolt detaches, an owner or driver can hear clunking or rattling from the wheel end during brake applications. Treat that noise as a warning sign and have the vehicle inspected before continuing normal use.

Who's affected?

Spans Freightliner, Western Star, and FCCC truck platforms across the 2025-2026 model years, with the same front disc brake caliper assembly listed throughout.

2025 Freightliner Business Class M2 brake system
2025 Freightliner Business Class M2 brake system
2025 Freightliner Cascadia brake system
2025 Freightliner Cascadia brake system
2025 Western Star 47X brake system
Units affected402
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged 2 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 loose or missing brake caliper mounting bolt can reduce brake function and increase crash risk. It can also damage a wheel or tire, which can lead to loss of vehicle control. Clunking or rattling at the wheel end during braking is a warning sign. Schedule service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Freightliner dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2025-2026 Freightliner Business Class M2, Cascadia, 47X, MT50E, Xbs, Xcm, Xcp, Xcr, 57X, MT45G, MT55, MT55G, 108SD, 114SD, MT45, Cascadia Fifth Gen, or 49X is included in this recall.
  2. Watch for the owner letter from Freightliner before scheduling, since the remedy is still listed as under development.
  3. Call Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 with questions, and reference recall number 25V601 when you call.
  4. Avoid driving if braking feels weak, the wheel or tire looks damaged, or the vehicle pulls abnormally. Have the vehicle inspected before moving it farther.
  5. Ask a franchised Freightliner dealer about the free brake-caliper mounting-bolt inspection and repair that fixes loose bolts tied to brake loss and wheel or tire damage.

What happens at the repair

The final dealer repair is still under development, so do not assume the full recall repair can be scheduled yet. Once it opens, a Freightliner technician will inspect the brake caliper mounting bolts, then replace missing bolts or tighten loose bolts as needed. Parts and labor will be covered under the recall. DTNA is using its standard reimbursement plan. If you already paid for this brake caliper bolt repair before the recall notice, ask Freightliner customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit documentation for review.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

September 11, 2025 NHTSA published the recall
October 1, 2025 Dealer notification began
October 1, 2025 Dealer notification ended
November 10, 2025 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 25V601?

Recall 25V601 covers 402 2025-2026 Freightliner vehicles with brake caliper mounting bolts that can loosen and detach. If that happens, the vehicle can lose brake function or damage a tire or wheel. Freightliner dealers will inspect the bolts and replace or tighten them for free.

What should I do if my 2025-2026 Freightliner vehicle is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V601. If it is, contact a franchised Freightliner dealer and ask for recall F1023. The dealer will inspect the brake caliper mounting bolts and replace or tighten them as needed for free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to perform the recall repair at no cost. For recall 25V601, Freightliner dealers will inspect and replace or tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts as needed, with parts and labor covered.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is reduced braking or loss of vehicle control. NHTSA campaign 25V601 says loose brake caliper mounting bolts can detach, causing a loss of brake function and damaging the tire or wheel. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair.

When were owners notified about this recall?

Freightliner mailed owner notification letters on November 10, 2025. If you did not receive a letter, the VIN still decides whether recall 25V601 applies to your vehicle. Used vehicles, fleet vehicles, and vehicles with address changes still need a VIN check.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V601000
Freightliner customer service1-800-547-0712
NHTSA recall #25V601
NHTSA recall # (full)25V601000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →