Recall 10V472000: 2007–2010 Fccc S2, 2007–2010 Freightliner Business Class M2, 2007–2010 Freightliner MT45 +1 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Oct 8, 2010
Vehicles affected
58
Models
4
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2010 freightliner business class m2, custom chassis mt45, s2 chassis, and stering acterra vehicles manufactured from october 5, 2006, through may 24, 2010, equipped with epa 2007 mbe 900 detroit diesel engines. Engine software may not react properly to certain aftermarket treatment device fault codes. The software may unnecessarily shutdown a vehicle or may fail to shutdown a vehicle with an aftermarket device over-temp fault.

The risk

Unexpected shutdown of a vehicle may increase the risk of a crash. Overheating of the aftertreatment device without engine shutdown may result in a fire.

The fix

Daimler trucks will notify owners and repairs will be performed by detroit diesel free of charge. The safety recall began on december 30, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Notes

Daimler trucks' recall campaign number is 10c-6.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
10V472000
Manufacturer campaign
10C-6
Manufacturer
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Owner letters
Dec 30, 2010
Components
Engine and engine cooling (Engine)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology