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2009-2012 Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Business Class M2 and others recall: equipment

Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on August 16, 2012. It covers about 1,663 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,663
reported
Aug 16, 2012
owners notified
Dec 24, 2012

Equipment

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Freightliner, Sterling, and Western Star vehicles manufactured from July 7, 2008, through December 15, 2011, and equipped with perpendicular air tank mounting brackets. The air tank mounting brackets may develop cracks which can lead to the air tank brackets separating from the frame rail. The air tanks may also separate from the vehicle.
Risk
Air tanks that become separated from a moving vehicle may create a road debris hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2012. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America toll free at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 12V405000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V405000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2012 Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Business Class M2 and others equipment?

Yes. Recall 12V405000, reported on August 16, 2012, covers about 1,663 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V405000?

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2012. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America toll free 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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