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2014-2016 Freightliner M2 recall: linkages

Fontaine Modification reported this safety recall on October 20, 2015. It covers about 358 vehicles.

vehicles affected
358
reported
Oct 20, 2015
owners notified
Dec 18, 2015

Steering: linkages

What is wrong
Fontaine Modification is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Freightliner M2 vehicles converted to be equipped with dual steering wheels by Fontaine Modification between March 13, 2014 and September 1, 2015. In the affected vehicles, a locating pin in the dual steering linkage may break or fall out resulting in the momentary loss of steering or steering lock up.
Risk
A momentary loss of steering or steering lock up increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Fontaine Modification will notify owners and supply a steering linkage locating key remedy kit for Freightliner dealers or authorized service facilities (including the customer's own maintenance shop) to install free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Fontaine Modification customer service at 1‑800‑366‑8246.

Recall number 15V679000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 15V679000

Is there a recall on the 2014-2016 Freightliner M2 linkages?

Yes. Recall 15V679000, reported on October 20, 2015, covers about 358 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V679000?

Fontaine Modification will notify owners and supply a steering linkage locating key remedy kit for Freightliner dealers or authorized service facilities (including the customer's own maintenance shop) to install free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Fontaine Modification customer service at 1‑800‑366‑8246.

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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