Recall 11V-289: 2011 Freightliner Business Class M2 106V, 2011–2012 Freightliner Cascadia and 1 more
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on May 18, 2011, covering about 2,342 vehicles.
The problem
Dtna is recalling certain model year 2011 business class m2, and coronado, model year 2011-2012 cascadia vehicles equipped with fontaine ultra lt fifth wheels and manufactured from april 7, 2010, through march 7, 2011. During the coupling process on vehicles equipped with pre-modification fontaine ultra lt fifth wheels, it is possible for the driver to partially close the fifth wheel lock, and if relying on a tug test (Pull test), and not performing the required visual inspection, think that the fifth wheel lock is properly coupled to the trailer king pin, when in fact, it is not.
The risk
If the tractor is not fully connected to the trailer, the trailer may disengage while in use, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Fontaine notified owners in february 2011, and is handling the remedy for this campaign. Fontaine is in the process of retrofitting all affected vehicles, free of charge. Owners may contact fontaine at 1-800-874-9780 or dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Daimler's safety recall no. Fl-608.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
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Trailer Hitches › Fifth Wheel Assembly |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V289000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner Business Class M2 106V | 2011 | All years |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Freightliner Coronado | 2011 | All 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 11V-289?
Dtna is recalling certain model year 2011 business class m2, and coronado, model year 2011-2012 cascadia vehicles equipped with fontaine ultra lt fifth wheels and manufactured from april 7, 2010, through march 7, 2011. During the coupling process on vehicles equipped with pre-modification fontaine ultra lt fifth wheels, it is possible for the driver to partially close the fifth wheel lock, and if relying on a tug test (Pull test), and not performing the required visual inspection, think that the fifth wheel lock is properly coupled to the trailer king pin, when in fact, it is not.
How is recall 11V-289 fixed?
Fontaine notified owners in february 2011, and is handling the remedy for this campaign. Fontaine is in the process of retrofitting all affected vehicles, free of charge. Owners may contact fontaine at 1-800-874-9780 or dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
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.