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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 08V270📅 Jun 18, 2008

2008 Freightliner Business Class M2 recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

Daimler trucks is recalling 172 my 2008-2009 Business Class M2 106 all wheel drive vehicles equipped with cummins isc engines and highway hoods. These vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.' the headlights measure greater than 54" from the road surface which does not meet the standard requirements.

💥 The risk

Improper height on the headlights may not fully illuminate road surface or may inhibit the ability of motorists to see vehicles which CAN increase the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Daimler trucks will lower the headlights to 54 inches. This service will performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about march 13, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
08V270000
Manufacturer recall #
FL-531
Manufacturer
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Vehicles affected
172
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Owner phone
1-800-547-0712
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jul 15, 2009
Built
Aug 15, 2007 – May 16, 2008
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Daimler trucks recall no. FL-531.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 08V270 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 08V270?

2008 Freightliner Business Class M2. 172 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Freightliner dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-547-0712.