2023 Fccc Mt55 problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (1)
Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly 2023-04-04 · campaign 23V238000 · 306 vehicles
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 FCCC Shuttle Chassis, 2022-2023 FCCC RV Chassis, FCCC Van Chassis, Van Chassis Gas, 2023 Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner Business Class M2, Thomas Built Bus School Bus Chassis, Western Star 4700, Western Star 47X, Western Star 4900, and Western Star 49X commercial buses. The tie rod may be missing a fastener, allowing the steer arm to detach.
Risk: A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: DTNA will inspect and repair or replace the tie rod assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL970.
Service bulletins (36)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Service Brakes 2026-07-30 · SS 583788-FCCC · Other
service solution for 2011-2026 mt45,mt55,mt50e updated front brake line & bracket clamping enhancements
Engine 2026-07-17 · CXA 07_25_F1011,F1015 Lbl · Other
cx advocate for lost/damaged replacement f1011/f1015 labels
Steering 2026-07-17 · SS 584261-FCCC · Other
service solution for mt45g & mt55g power steering oil cooler replacement parts (306)
Unknown Or Other 2026-06-05 · SS 580739 FCCC · Other
service solution for step van cat theft deterrent systems
Steering 2026-04-23 · SS 583323 · Other
service solution for walk-in van steering gear noise
Fuel/Propulsion System 2026-04-07 · SS 583339-FCCC · Other
service solution for 2012-2024 mt45g & mt55g 6.0-liter gas or cng failed/cracked fuel pump fuse (303)
Showing the 6 most recent of 36 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.