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Fontaine Modification - Insufficient oil in steering gear box may cause gears to bind

Official notice

4 Feb 2026

Last checked

14 Oct 2026

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An official NHTSA notice concerns Fontaine Modification - Insufficient oil in steering gear box may cause gears to bind. The official notice reports a defect involving the steering. This could increase the risk of a crash. Published 2026-02-11.

What to do now

Arrange a free inspection and replacement as directed in the official notice. Read the official NHTSA notice for the full instructions.

Units affected

280

Recall number

26V066

Official notice

2026-02-11

The hazard

The official notice reports a defect involving the steering. This could increase the risk of a crash.

How to check if you're affected

Compare the VIN on your vehicle against the official list. If your VIN is listed, follow the official notice.

Years

2024-2025

Models

FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2

Recall Numbers

26V066

Campaign Numbers

26V066

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Where it was sold

The source does not list specific retailers. See the official notice for where affected products were sold.

Location 1

US · United States

Affected area 1

US · United States

Company & contacts

Manufacturer

Not provided

Phone

Not provided

Brand: Fontaine Modification. Contact: Fontaine modification co..

Source & status

Source

Tier

official

Category

VEHICLES

Classification

Type D

App estimate

high

Recall details

Recall number

26V066

Campaign number

26V066

Units affected

280

Classification

Type D

Source tier

official

Documents, notices & source

See the official notice and source documents for full details.

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