Recall Roundup: Ford Steering Wheel, Paccar Steering Gear, Daimler Short Circuit

Ford Motor Company, Paccar, and Daimler Trucks each have announced recalls on certain vehicles.

Ford is recalling certain 2022 F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis and F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles. The steering wheel attachment bolt may loosen and separate from the steering column, resulting in a loose or detached steering wheel.

Ford will work with the final stage vehicle manufacturers to replace and tighten the steering wheel attachment bolt, free of charge.

Paccar is recalling certain 2022-2023 Kenworth T170, T270, T280, T370, T380, T440, T470, T480, T680, T800, T880, W900, W990, C500, and 2022-2023 Peterbilt 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 536, 537, 548, 567, and 579 vehicles. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gears to fracture.

Dealers will inspect the steering gear serial numbers, and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge.

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Business Class M2, Cascadia, 2023 Freightliner FCCC MC, MT45, S2C 106CAB, XCM, S2RV 106CAB, XCR, XCS, and 2023 Western Star 4700, 49X, and 47X vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) may experience an internal short-circuit, which can result in an unexpected engine shut down.

The remedy is currently under development.