2024–2025 Freightliner Business Class M2 Recall: Steering gearbox assembly may have been assembled with insufficient oil
NHTSA campaign 26V066000 · Steering · filed Feb 4, 2026 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Fontaine Modification Company (Fontaine Modification) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been assembled with insufficient oil.
The risk
A lack of lubrication may cause binding gears and difficulty steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Fontaine Modification will inspect and replace the steering gearbox as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Fontaine Modification customer service at 1-800-366-8246.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | Business Class M2 | 2024, 2025 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V066000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.