Recall 12V-074: 2012–2013 Freightliner 114SD, 2006–2013 Freightliner Business Class M2 and 8 more
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Feb 28, 2012, covering about 103,437 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler trucks (Dtna) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 freightliner, sterling, and western star vehicles, equipped with detroit diesel epa07 and epa10, dd13 and dd15/16 engines, manufactured from january 20, 2006, through february 20, 2012. The pump to rail high pressure fuel line support system used on these engines is sensitive to assembly torque and may be damaged during service work. As a result of other repairs, the line supports may loosen, potentially leading to fuel line cracking and a fuel leak.
The risk
A fuel leak could create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Also a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
The fix
Dtna will notify owners, and where necessary, the high pressure fuel line support system will be replaced by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 27, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Dtna's recall campaign number is 12c-2.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V074000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner 114SD | 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Freightliner Century | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Freightliner Coronado | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Sterling 9500 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Western Star 4700 | 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Western Star 4900 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Western Star 6900 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | 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 12V-074?
Daimler trucks (Dtna) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 freightliner, sterling, and western star vehicles, equipped with detroit diesel epa07 and epa10, dd13 and dd15/16 engines, manufactured from january 20, 2006, through february 20, 2012. The pump to rail high pressure fuel line support system used on these engines is sensitive to assembly torque and may be damaged during service work. As a result of other repairs, the line supports may loosen, potentially leading to fuel line cracking and a fuel leak.
How is recall 12V-074 fixed?
Dtna will notify owners, and where necessary, the high pressure fuel line support system will be replaced by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 27, 2012. Owners may contact 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.