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NHTSARecalled Apr 19, 2018 · #18V251000

Incorrect Brake Caliper Orientation

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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. Reduced braking effectiveness can increase the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Incorrect Brake Caliper Orientation
  • 2016-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should 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.

View the official CPSC notice