Freightliner software that shuts down the engine in the event of a vehicle problem may not have been disabled on certain vehicles intended for emergency use.
The short version
Daimler Trucks North America reported a problem with the electrical system software. Here is what owners need to know.
The software that shuts down the engine in the event of a vehicle problem may not have been disabled on certain vehicles intended for emergency use.
During certain emergency operations, engine shutdown could hamper rescue operations, increasing the risk of injury.
DTNA will notify owners and dealers will update the engine software, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 13V-496.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2014 | Freightliner M2 |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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