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2013 Freightliner Business Class M2 recall: headlights

Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on May 10, 2012. It covers about 1,248 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,248
reported
May 10, 2012
owners notified
Jun 26, 2012

Exterior lighting: headlights

What is wrong
Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2013 freightliner business class m2 vehicles manufactured from february 6, 2012, through march 14, 2012 because the low beam headlights turn off in high beam mode.
Risk
If this occurs, the driver may have reduced foreground lighting while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dtna will notify owners, and where necessary, the vehicle software will be updated by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 26, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 12V207000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V207000

Is there a recall on the 2013 Freightliner Business Class M2 headlights?

Yes. Recall 12V207000, reported on May 10, 2012, covers about 1,248 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V207000?

Dtna will notify owners, and where necessary, the vehicle software will be updated by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 26, 2012. Owners may contact dtna 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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