NHTSA Campaign 15V679000
STEERING:LINKAGES
Issued by Fontaine Modification · Reported Oct 20, 2015 · 358 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Consequence
A momentary loss of steering or steering lock up increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| FREIGHTLINER | M2 | 2014 | 358 |
| FREIGHTLINER | M2 | 2015 | 358 |
| FREIGHTLINER | M2 | 2016 | 358 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 15V679000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.