Recall 15V586000: 2014–2016 Freightliner 108SD, 2014–2016 Freightliner 114SD, 2014–2016 Freightliner Business Class M2
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 22, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 53
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Freightliner Business Class M2, 108SD, and 114SD trucks manufactured April 30, 2013, to September 14, 2015. Due to incorrect positioning, the rear disk brake calipers may contact the spring suspension reducing rear brake performance.
The risk
A reduction in braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the orientation of the rear brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-688.
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
- 2014 Freightliner 108SD
- 2015 Freightliner 108SD
- 2016 Freightliner 108SD
- 2014 Freightliner 114SD
- 2015 Freightliner 114SD
- 2016 Freightliner 114SD
- 2014 Freightliner Business Class M2
- 2015 Freightliner Business Class M2
- 2016 Freightliner Business Class M2
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V586000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-688
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
- Owner letters
- Nov 13, 2015
- Components
- Service brakes, air:disc:caliper (Brakes); Suspension:rear (Suspension)
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