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NHTSA 10V112📅 Mar 22, 2010

2008–2010 Freightliner Columbia & 2008–2010 Freightliner FLD + 2 more recall: engine

⚠️ What's wrong

Daimler trucks has notified NHTSA of a defect in certain model year 2008 through 2010 freightliner Columbia, FLD, sterling 9500 and western star 4900 emergency vehicles. The engine may shut down unexpectedly when a diesel particulate filter over temperature condition is detected.

💥 The risk

Unexpected emergency vehicle engine shutdown under certain conditions could hamper rescue operations and place the public at risk.

🔧 The fix

The engine control logic will be reprogrammed to illuminate a malfunction indicator light without requesting engine shutdown. Repairs will be performed by detroit diesel. Please see daimler trucks defect report 10E-005. The safety recall began on may 17, 2010. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 1-313-592-5800 or 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
10V112000
Manufacturer recall #
FL-575
Manufacturer
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Vehicles affected
16
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Owner phone
1-800-547-0712
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
May 17, 2010
Built
Jun 22, 2007 – Mar 20, 2009
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Daimler recall no. FL-575.owners may also 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 10V112 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 10V112?

2008–2010 Freightliner Columbia & 2008–2010 Freightliner FLD + 2 more. 16 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.