Recall 13V634000: 2009–2014 Freightliner Business Class M2, 2009–2014 Freightliner MT45, 2009–2014 Freightliner MT55

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Dec 16, 2013
Vehicles affected
255
Models
3
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 model year Freightliner Business Class M2 and Freightliner Custom Chassis MT45 and MT55 chassis manufactured August 27, 2008, through December 10, 2013 and equipped with Eaton hybrid automated transmissions. The software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle's engine speed during downshifts without the driver's input.

The risk

The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

DTNA will notify owners and dealers will update the hybrid transmission software, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2014. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-503-745-6910. DTNA's recall number is FL-657.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
13V634000
Manufacturer campaign
FL-657
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America
Owner letters
Feb 5, 2014
Components
Power train:automatic transmission (Transmission & Drivetrain)

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