Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD vehicle chassis, manufactured from December 3, 2011, through October 12, 2012 and equipped with a SmartPlex switch hub module. Residue left over in the manufacturing process of the switch hub module may lead to intermittent shorts and energizing of certain switch hub module outputs.
Safety Consequence
If the module is energized, the module may inadvertently activate body equipment or features, increasing the risk of injury to the vehicle operator or increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the affected modules free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2013. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-800-547-0712.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | FREIGHTLINER | 108SD |
| 2012 | FREIGHTLINER | 114SD |
| 2012 | FREIGHTLINER | BUSINESS CLASS M2 |
| 2013 | FREIGHTLINER | 108SD |
| 2013 | FREIGHTLINER | 114SD |
| 2013 | FREIGHTLINER | BUSINESS CLASS M2 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.