Recall 12V-207: 2013 Freightliner Business Class M2

DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on May 10, 2012, covering about 1,248 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-207
Report date
May 10, 2012
Vehicles affected
1,248
Owners notified
Jun 26, 2012

The problem

Daimler trucks (Dtna) is recalling certain model year 2013 freightliner business class m2 vehicles manufactured from february 6, 2012, through march 14, 2012 because the low beam headlights turn off in high beam mode.

The risk

If this occurs, the driver may have reduced foreground lighting while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dtna will notify owners, and where necessary, the vehicle software will be updated by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 26, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.

Notes

Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-626.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

ManufacturerDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
ComponentExterior Lighting › Headlights
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V207000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Freightliner Business Class M22013All 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-207?

Daimler trucks (Dtna) is recalling certain model year 2013 freightliner business class m2 vehicles manufactured from february 6, 2012, through march 14, 2012 because the low beam headlights turn off in high beam mode.

How is recall 12V-207 fixed?

Dtna will notify owners, and where necessary, the vehicle software will be updated by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 26, 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.