Recall
Freightliner Business Class M2 — 18V251000
NHTSA ID
18V251000
Make
Freightliner
Model
Business Class M2
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2018-04-19
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Units Affected
40
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-767
Summary
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.
Consequence
Reduced braking effectiveness can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Affected Vehicles
Freightliner Business Class M2
Model Years: 2016