NHTSA Recall 18V251000
NHTSA Campaign Id 18V251000; Date: Apr. 19, 2018
reduced braking effectiveness can increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Freightliner Business Class M2; 2017 Freightliner Business Class M2; 2018 Freightliner Business Class M2; 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2
Component: Service Brakes, Air:disc:caliper
Manufactured by: Daimler Trucks North America Llc
Affected Units:: 40
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
dtna will notify owners, and dealers will correct the orientation the rear brake calipers, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin june 15, 2018. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-767.
Recall 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.
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