Recall 10V-247: 2010–2011 Freightliner MT55

DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Jun 7, 2010, covering about 204 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-247
Report date
Jun 7, 2010
Vehicles affected
204
Owners notified
Nov 17, 2010

The problem

Dtna is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 fccc mt55 chassis manufactured from june 18, 2009 through april 15, 2010, and equipped with certain eaton hybird transmissions with park feature. The reverse idler shaft may contact the park feature and the two components may bind, preventing the park feature from engaging.

The risk

If the park feature does not engage, the vehicle can move without warning, possibly resulting in personal injury or a crash.

The fix

Dtna will notify owners and the remedy will be performed by eaton corporation free of charge. The safety recall began during 2010. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712 or eaton at 1-800-826-4357 or 1-269-342-3242.

Notes

Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-579.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
ComponentPower Train › Automatic Transmission
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V247000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Freightliner MT552010, 2011All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 10V-247?

Dtna is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 fccc mt55 chassis manufactured from june 18, 2009 through april 15, 2010, and equipped with certain eaton hybird transmissions with park feature. The reverse idler shaft may contact the park feature and the two components may bind, preventing the park feature from engaging.

How is recall 10V-247 fixed?

Dtna will notify owners and the remedy will be performed by eaton corporation free of charge. The safety recall began during 2010. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712 or eaton at 1-800-826-4357 or 1-269-342-3242.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.