Freightliner in the affected vehicles, a locating pin in the dual steering linkage may break or fall out resulting in the momentary loss of steering or steering lock up.
The short version
Fontaine Modification reported a problem with the steering linkages. Here is what owners need to know.
In the affected vehicles, a locating pin in the dual steering linkage may break or fall out resulting in the momentary loss of steering or steering lock up.
A momentary loss of steering or steering lock up increases the risk of a crash.
Fontaine Modification will notify owners and supply a steering linkage locating key remedy kit for Freightliner dealers or authorized service facilities (including the customer's own maintenance shop) to install free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 15V-679.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2014–2016 | 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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