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SevereNHTSA·16V206000·Announced 2016-04-12

Freightliner Trucks Recalled for Rear Brake Caliper Installation Error

Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2010-2017 Freightliner trucks because incorrectly installed rear brake calipers may contact the suspension, reducing braking effectiveness.

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 braking system that reduces braking effectiveness and increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2010-2017 Freightliner M2 Business Class, 108SD, 114SD, and Columbia trucks. These vehicles were manufactured between January 6, 2010, and February 29, 2016, and are equipped with specific Bendix rear disk brakes and spring suspensions.

The recall addresses a defect where the rear disk brake caliper may have been installed incorrectly. This improper orientation allows the caliper to contact the spring suspension. Such contact may reduce the braking effectiveness of the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash.

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the orientation of the rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 8, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's recall number for this campaign is FL-705. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
FREIGHTLINER 108SD, COLUMBIA, BUSINESS CLASS M2, 114SD
Brand
FREIGHTLINER
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
702

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 (4)

  • 108SD
  • COLUMBIA
  • BUSINESS CLASS M2
  • 114SD

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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