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2016 FREIGHTLINER M2 Recall - Campaign #15V679000

 
Auto Recalls For Consumers

2016 FREIGHTLINER M2 RECALL - #15V679000

RECALL FOR STEERING : LINKAGES

Fontaine Modification is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Freightliner M2 vehicles converted to be equipped with dual steering wheels by Fontaine Modification between March 13, 2014 and September 1, 2015. 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.

Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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Vehicle 2016 FREIGHTLINER M2
Manufacturer Fontaine Modification
Manufactured between 3/13/2014 - 9/1/2015
Recalled on 10/20/2015
Influenced by Fontaine Modification
Owners Notified on 12/18/2015
# Affected 358
Recalled for STEERING:LINKAGES
Description Fontaine Modification is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Freightliner M2 vehicles converted to be equipped with dual steering wheels by Fontaine Modification between March 13, 2014 and September 1, 2015. 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.
Consequences A momentary loss of steering or steering lock up increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective action 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. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Fontaine Modification customer service at 1-800-366-8246.
Notes 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.
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