Daimler Trucks North America – Incorrect Brake Caliper Orientation

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks built with air disk brakes and spring suspension. The rear disk brake calipers may have been mounted in an incorrect orientation allowing the caliper to contact the suspension, reducing brake effectiveness.


Report Received Date 04/19/2018
NHTSA ID 18V251000
Consequence Summary Reduced braking effectiveness can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the orientation the rear brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-767.
Recall Code FL-767
Potentially Affected 40
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V251000)