2008 Freightliner Business Class M2 recall: headlights
Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on June 17, 2008. It covers about 172 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 172
- reported
- Jun 17, 2008
- owners notified
- Jul 15, 2009
- related complaints
- 1
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- Daimler trucks will lower the headlights to 54 inches. This service will performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about march 13, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 08V270000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about lights problems.
Questions about recall 08V270000
Is there a recall on the 2008 Freightliner Business Class M2 headlights?
Yes. Recall 08V270000, reported on June 17, 2008, covers about 172 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V270000?
Daimler trucks will lower the headlights to 54 inches. This service will performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about march 13, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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