Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #18V641000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V641000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2019 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, 122sd and business class m2 trucks and western star 4700 and 4900 trucks, equipped with certain bridgestone m854 tires with date codes 2418-2518, bridgestone m860a tires with date code 2518, and bridgestone m864 tires with date codes 2318-2418, all of size 425/65r22 Includes 201 affected units, Tire Steel Cords may be Exposed, component: TIRES, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2019 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, 122sd and business class m2 trucks and western star 4700 and 4900 trucks, equipped with certain bridgestone m854 tires with date codes 2418-2518, bridgestone m860a tires with date code 2518, and bridgestone m864 tires with date codes 2318-2418, all of size 425/65r22
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, 122sd and business class m2 trucks and western star 4700 and 4900 trucks, equipped with certain bridgestone m854 tires with date codes 2418-2518, bridgestone m860a tires with date code 2518, and bridgestone m864 tires with date codes 2318-2418, all of size 425/65r22.5. the sidewall steel body cords may be exposed, which can cause unexpected, rapid air loss during use.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the affected tires, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began october 8, 2018. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl790.