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NHTSARecalled Oct 20, 2015 · #15V679000

Steering System may Bind or Lock Up

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Fontaine Modification is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Freightliner M2 vehicles converted to be equipped with dual steering wheels by Fontaine Modification between March 13, 2014 and September 1, 2015. In the affected vehicles, a locating pin in the dual steering linkage may break or fall out resulting in the momentary loss of steering or steering lock up. A momentary loss of steering or steering lock up increases the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Steering System may Bind or Lock Up
  • 2014-2016 Freightliner M2
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Fontaine Modification
Model numbers
2016 Freightliner
UPCs

What you should do

Fontaine Modification will notify owners and supply a steering linkage locating key remedy kit for Freightliner dealers or authorized service facilities (including the customer's own maintenance shop) to install free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Fontaine Modification customer service at 1-800-366-8246.

View the official CPSC notice