Recall 12V-405: 2009–2012 Freightliner 114SD, 2009–2012 Freightliner Business Class M2 and 4 more
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Aug 16, 2012, covering about 1,663 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Freightliner, Sterling, and Western Star vehicles manufactured from July 7, 2008, through December 15, 2011, and equipped with perpendicular air tank mounting brackets. The air tank mounting brackets may develop cracks which can lead to the air tank brackets separating from the frame rail. The air tanks may also separate from the vehicle.
The risk
Air tanks that become separated from a moving vehicle may create a road debris hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2012. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America toll free at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
DTNA's recall campain number is FL-631.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V405000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner 114SD | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Freightliner Coronado | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Sterling 9500 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Western Star 4700 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | 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-405?
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Freightliner, Sterling, and Western Star vehicles manufactured from July 7, 2008, through December 15, 2011, and equipped with perpendicular air tank mounting brackets. The air tank mounting brackets may develop cracks which can lead to the air tank brackets separating from the frame rail. The air tanks may also separate from the vehicle.
How is recall 12V-405 fixed?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2012. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America toll free 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.