Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V270000 | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | from 08/15/2007 to 05/16/2008 | V (Vehicle) | 172 | 07/15/2009 | MFR | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 06/17/2008 | 06/18/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Daimler trucks is recalling 172 my 2008-2009 business class m2 106 all wheel drive vehicles equipped with cummins isc engines and highway hoods. these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.' the headlights measure greater than 54 from the road surface which does not meet the standard requirements. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Improper height on the headlights may not fully illuminate road surface or may inhibit the ability of motorists to see vehicles which can increase the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Daimler trucks has not yet provided a remedy for this campaign. the recall is expected to begin on or about march 13, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Daimler trucks recall no. fl-531.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V178000 | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | from 01/19/2005 to 04/16/2010 | V (Vehicle) | 6569 | 05/27/2011 | ODI | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 04/30/2010 | 04/30/2010 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Dtna is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2011 freightliner business class c2, fccc b2 chassis, s2 chassis, and mc chassis manufactured beginning january 19, 2005 through april 16, 2010. the stop lamps may be intermittent during light brake applications. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The stop lamps may not properly indicate that the service brakes are applied which may lead to a crash without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dtna will notify owners and repairs will be performed by dtna dealerships free of charge. the safety recall began on may 27, 2011. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-577.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS | |||||
| FSB-54-224 | 08/01/2008 | 10027084 | Freightliner trucks: new severe duty taillight and trailer pdms (power distribution modules).for replacing existing pdms on trucks. the design improvements protect against water and dust intrusion. *pe | 01/07/2009 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL | |||||
| TSB-54-237 | 07/01/2009 | 10029425 | Freightliner: a new bulb socket is available for turn/park lights that is metalized to withstand high heat without out gassing. model years unknown. models columbia, business class m2 and cascadia. *pe | 07/08/2009 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | ||||||
| PE10007 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 02/03/2010 | 05/23/2010 | Stop Lamps Intermittent | 10V177000 | |
| This investigation was opened after odi was contacted by a fleet alleging that in certain situations, such as a light brake peal application during a low speed operation, the brake lamps fail to illuminate on the rear of the bus.odi confirmed the problem with two fleets.on april 29, 2010, daimler filed a defect report concerning this issue. the stop lamps may be intermittent during light brake applications.they are still evaluating the remedial program and will furnish this information to odi when it is available. this safety recallresolves the issue raised by this investigation. hence, this investigation is closed. | ||||||
| PE10007 | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 02/03/2010 | 05/23/2010 | Stop Lamps Intermittent | 10V178000 | |
| This investigation was opened after odi was contacted by a fleet alleging that in certain situations, such as a light brake peal application during a low speed operation, the brake lamps fail to illuminate on the rear of the bus.odi confirmed the problem with two fleets.on april 29, 2010, daimler filed a defect report concerning this issue. the stop lamps may be intermittent during light brake applications.they are still evaluating the remedial program and will furnish this information to odi when it is available. this safety recallresolves the issue raised by this investigation. hence, this investigation is closed. | ||||||