Fontaine Modification | NHTSA Recall #10V444000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V444000 by Fontaine Modification. Includes 308 affected units, DUAL DRIVE AIR LINE, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Fontaine modification is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 freightliner m2 vehicles built on freightliner chassis and equipped with duel steering components. the routing of the air hoses, within the air brake system, that control the brakes on the right hand side of the truck may have been done improperly.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install new hoses and heat protective thermal wrap free of charge. the safety recall began on october 1, 2010. owners may contact fontaine modification at 704-409-1613.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V444000
Manufacturer: Fontaine Modification
Report Received Date: 2010-09-23T00:00:00
Subject: Dual drive air line
Component: Service Brakes, Air
Potentially Affected Units: 308

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Fontaine modification is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 freightliner m2 vehicles built on freightliner chassis and equipped with duel steering components. the routing of the air hoses, within the air brake system, that control the brakes on the right hand side of the truck may have been done improperly.
Consequence Summary: The air hoses routed very close to the turbo outlet can cause the lines to blister, then melt and develop air leaks that may lead to brake lock up increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will install new hoses and heat protective thermal wrap free of charge. the safety recall began on october 1, 2010. owners may contact fontaine modification at 704-409-1613.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-yuk4.vdm8-jm9g
NHTSA ID: 10V444000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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