NHTSA recall · Reported April 12, 2016
FREIGHTLINER 2016: TIRES
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016 114SD and M2 Business Class trucks manufactured from June 10, 2015, through October 1, 2015. The affe…
Freightliner recalled Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016 114SD and M2….
FREIGHTLINER 2016: TIRES was recalled by Freightliner in April 12, 2016. Reason: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016 114SD and M2 Business Class truc…. Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front tires with tires of a higher …. Verify recall #16V207000 with the NHTSA before acting.
The recall
Freightliner issued this NHTSA recall-Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016 114SD and M2 Business Class truc….
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- April 12, 2016
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Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #16V207000 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from NHTSA - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016 114SD and M2 Business Class trucks manufactured from June 10, 2015, through October 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have front axles that have a 20,000 pound capacity, however, the installed Bridgestone R249 front tires have a lower maximum load capacity.
Reason for recall
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016 114SD and M2 Business Class trucks manufactured from June 10, 2015, through October 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have front axles that have a 20,000 pound capacity, however, the installed Bridgestone R249 front tires have a lower maximum load capacity.
Hazard
The operator may unintentionally overload the tires, possibly causing tire failure thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, what to do
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front tires with tires of a higher load capacity, free of charge. The recall began on June 7, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-547-0712. DTNA's recall number for this campaign is FL-706.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16V207000 |
| Date reported | April 12, 2016 |
| Date initiated | April 12, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Freightliner |
| Affected scope | Not disclosed |
| Distribution | United States |
| Official source | NHTSA notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
What to do with this recall
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front tires with tires of a higher load capacity, free of charge. The reca…
- Check the recall number (16V207000) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official NHTSA notice before acting. NHTSA notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official NHTSA record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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