Freightliner Business Class M2 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 19, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2016–2019 Freightliner Business Class M2

Recall number

18V251000

Brand / firm

Freightliner

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 40 units

Why it was recalled

Reduced braking effectiveness can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.