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SevereNHTSA·15V679000·Announced 2015-10-20

Fontaine Modification Recalls 358 Freightliner M2 Vehicles for Steering Defect

Fontaine Modification is recalling 358 model year 2014-2016 Freightliner M2 vehicles because a steering linkage pin may break, causing momentary loss of steering or lock up.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the steering system that can cause momentary loss of steering or lock up, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural vehicle defects.

Plain-English summary

Fontaine Modification is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Freightliner M2 vehicles that were converted to be equipped with dual steering wheels between March 13, 2014, and September 1, 2015. The recall affects 358 vehicles.

In the affected vehicles, a locating pin in the dual steering linkage may break or fall out. This defect can result in a momentary loss of steering or steering lock up, which increases the risk of a crash.

Fontaine Modification will notify owners and supply a steering linkage locating key remedy kit for installation by Freightliner dealers, authorized service facilities, or the customer's own maintenance shop at no charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Fontaine Modification customer service at 1-800-366-8246 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FREIGHTLINER M2
Brand
FREIGHTLINER
Manufacturer
Fontaine Modification
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
Affected units
358

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • M2

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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