Freightliner Business Class M2 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 12, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2016 Freightliner Business Class M2, 114sd

Recall number

16V207000

Brand / firm

Freightliner

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 4 units

Why it was recalled

The operator may unintentionally overload the tires, possibly causing tire failure thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016 114SD and M2 Business Class trucks manufactured from June 10, 2015, through October 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have front axles that have a 20,000 pound capacity, however, the installed Bridgestone R249 front tires have a lower maximum load capacity.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front tires with tires of a higher load capacity, free of charge. The recall began on June 7, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-547-0712. DTNA's recall number for this campaign is FL-706.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.