Recall 18V251000: 2016–2019 Freightliner Business Class M2
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 19, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 40
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks built with air disk brakes and spring suspension. The rear disk brake calipers may have been mounted in an incorrect orientation allowing the caliper to contact the suspension, reducing brake effectiveness.
The risk
Reduced braking effectiveness can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the orientation the rear brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-767.
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
- 2016 Freightliner Business Class M2
- 2017 Freightliner Business Class M2
- 2018 Freightliner Business Class M2
- 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V251000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-767
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
- Owner letters
- Jun 14, 2018
- Components
- Service brakes, air:disc:caliper (Brakes)
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