Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #11V160000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V160000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 301 affected units, HEADLIGHT HEIGHT/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2011 business class m2 106v incomplete chassis cab vehicles, manufactured from july 19, 2010, through january 14, 2011. these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the headlights on some vehicles may have been installed more than 54" from the road surface.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the headlamp height and replace any nonconforming headlights with new headlights that lower the bulb center such that the headlights meet the safety standard free of charge. an interim letter was sent to owners on june 1, 2011. the notification letter to notify owners that the remedy is now available was mailed on october 10, 2011. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V160000

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2011-03-10T00:00:00

Subject: Headlight height/fmvss 108

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 301

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-592

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2011 business class m2 106v incomplete chassis cab vehicles, manufactured from july 19, 2010, through january 14, 2011. these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the headlights on some vehicles may have been installed more than 54" from the road surface.

Consequence Summary: Headlights installed at heights outside of the parameters set by the safety standard may not fully illuminate road surfaces or may inhibit the ability of motorists to see vehicles increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the headlamp height and replace any nonconforming headlights with new headlights that lower the bulb center such that the headlights meet the safety standard free of charge. an interim letter was sent to owners on june 1, 2011. the notification letter to notify owners that the remedy is now available was mailed on october 10, 2011. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-678c.hcuc.2s3m

NHTSA ID: 11V160000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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