Defect Description For Recall
Daimler Trucks North America (Dtna) Is Recalling 24,650 School And Non-School Buses, Motor Home Chassis, And Trucks Manufactured From March 9, 2004 Through August 18, 2006, Equipped With Epa04 Certified Mbe900 Engines, Manufactured By Detroit Diesel Between March 1, 2004, And July 31, 2006. The High Pressure Fuel Lines And Transfer Tubes May Fatigue And Fracture.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
BUSINESS CLASS M2
Year
2004
Recall Campaign Number
08V668000
Component Description
Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
A Fractured Fuel Line May Leak Diesel Fuel Possibly Resulting In A Fire Or Fuel May Be Spilled On The Road Causing A Slippery Surface, Possibly Resulting In A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Detroit Diesel Will Notify Owners And The Vehicles Will Be Repaired With More Robust Lines And Vibration Dampers Free Of Charge. Repairs Will Be Performed By Authorized Detroit Diesel Distributorships. The Recall Began On March 9, 2009. Owners May Contact Detroit Diesel 1-313-592-3708 Or Dtna Toll-Free At 1-800-547-0712 For More Information.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America
Start Of Manufacture
20040309
End Of Manufacture
20060818
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
24650
Date Owners Notified
20090309
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Date Report Received
20081217
Make Campaign Number
FL-542