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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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V472000 | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | from 10/05/2006 to 05/12/2010 | V (Vehicle) | 62 | MFR | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 10/08/2010 | 10/12/2010 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2010 freightliner business class m2, custom chassis mt45, s2 chassis, and stering acterra vehicles manufactured from october 5, 2006, through may 24, 2010, equipped with epa 2007 mbe 900 detroit diesel engines. engine software may not react properly to certain aftermarket treatment device fault codes. the software may unnecessarily shutdown a vehicle or may fail to shutdown a vehicle with an aftermarket device over-temp fault. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Unexpected shutdown of a vehicle may increase the risk of a crash. overheating of the aftertreatment device without engine shutdown may result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Daimler trucks will notify owners and repairs will be performed by detroit diesel free of charge. the manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with a notification schedule. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Daimler trucks' recall campaign number is 10c-6.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 . | |||||||||||||||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | ||||||||||||||||
| 12V074000 | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | V (Vehicle) | 103437 | 04/27/2012 | MFR | FREIGHTLINER LLC | 02/28/2012 | 02/28/2012 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 freightliner, sterling, and western star vehicles, equipped with detroit diesel epa07 and epa10, dd13 and dd15/16 engines, manufactured from january 20, 2006, through february 20, 2012. the pump to rail high pressure fuel line support system used on these engines is sensitive to assembly torque and may be damaged during service work. as a result of other repairs, the line supports may loosen, potentially leading to fuel line cracking and a fuel leak. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A fuel leak could create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. also a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dtna will notify owners, and where necessary, the high pressure fuel line support system will be replaced by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. the safety recall began on april 27, 2012. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Dtna's recall campaign number is 12c-2.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. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||||
| SF-453A-D | 10/01/2011 | 10042149 | Daimler trucks (freightliner): the instrument display panel, the coolant pump, and radiator on certain hybrid electric vehicles may require updates after inspection. *pe | 11/28/2011 | |
| SF-431A | 10/01/2010 | 10037142 | Daimler trucks service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. the plastic engine coolant line may not be sufficient under certain temperatures resulting in cracking and loss of coolant. *rm | 05/09/2011 | |
| SF-431A | 10/01/2010 | 10037142 | Ready | 05/09/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN | |||||
| FSB-83-135 | 10/01/2011 | 10042148 | Freightliner: bulletin pertaining to the replacement of air condition high pressure (fan cycling) switch on certain model trucks. *pe | 11/28/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||||
| SF-453A-D | 10/01/2011 | 10042149 | Daimler trucks (freightliner): the instrument display panel, the coolant pump, and radiator on certain hybrid electric vehicles may require updates after inspection. *pe | 11/28/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| GI-01-100 | 10/01/2011 | 10041591 | Freightliner: contamination of air intake. *pe | 10/11/2011 | |
| SB-49-28 | 03/01/2011 | 10038248 | Ready | 06/14/2011 | |
| SB-49-28 | 03/01/2011 | 10038248 | Daimler trucks: there are new cgi bellows, because the old ones are prone to fatigue and may fail. *rm | 06/14/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | |||||
| FSB-49-33 | 05/01/2012 | 10044351 | Freightliner: excessive white crystal or powder around def fitting, caused by evaporation of def when exposed to air and/or dampness, indicates a leak in diesel exhaust fluid or improper installation or damaged connectors would have leaks | 06/13/2012 | |
| SF-427-A-G | 04/01/2011 | 10039656 | Ready | 08/08/2011 | |
| SF-427-A-G | 04/01/2011 | 10039656 | Daimler truck service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. the exhaust temperatures do not meet specifications. *rm | 08/08/2011 | |
| SB-46-51 | 05/01/2011 | 10039609 | Ready | 08/05/2011 | |
| SB-46-51 | 05/01/2011 | 10039609 | Freightliner: there is a procedure to replace the power steering pump. *rm | 08/05/2011 | |
| SF-431A | 10/01/2010 | 10037142 | Daimler trucks service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. the plastic engine coolant line may not be sufficient under certain temperatures resulting in cracking and loss of coolant. *rm | 05/09/2011 | |
| SF-431A | 10/01/2010 | 10037142 | Ready | 05/09/2011 | |
| SB-09-31 | 07/01/2009 | 10030872 | Freightliner: some trucks have been found with incorrect sealing of air intake duct assemblies, allowing unfiltered air to bypass the air cleaner. loose duct connections or dirt found in the ducting during a filter service indicate that d | 12/16/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | |||||
| SB-01-98 | 06/01/2011 | 10039271 | Daimler trucks: there may be no throttle response due to the drive belt being misaligned. the alternator mounting is the cause. *rm | 07/15/2011 | |
| SB-01-98 | 06/01/2011 | 10039271 | Ready | 07/15/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| SF-437-A | 11/01/2011 | 10042467 | Freightliner (daimler): an incorrect diesel exhaust fluid (def) coolant line may interfere with nearby engine mount was assembled on certain vehicles and need to be modified and replaced. *pe | 12/07/2011 | |