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2011 Freightliner M2 recall: headlights

Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on August 2, 2010. It covers about 16 vehicles.

vehicles affected
16
reported
Aug 2, 2010
owners notified
Oct 3, 2011

Exterior lighting: headlights

What is wrong
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2011 business class m2 106v trucks manufactured from april 12, 2010 through july 16, 2010, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these trucks may have headlights which measure greater than 54" from the road surface.
Risk
Improper height of headlights may not fully illuminate road surface or may inhibit the ability of motorist to see vehicles increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Daimler trucks submitted supplemental defect information to amend the expected owner notification date for this recall. The tryout of the new parts required for this repair was recently conducted and the assembly was deemed unacceptable. The safety recall began on october 3, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 10V360000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V360000

Is there a recall on the 2011 Freightliner M2 headlights?

Yes. Recall 10V360000, reported on August 2, 2010, covers about 16 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V360000?

Daimler trucks submitted supplemental defect information to amend the expected owner notification date for this recall. The tryout of the new parts required for this repair was recently conducted and the assembly was deemed unacceptable. The safety recall began on october 3, 2011. 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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