NHTSA Recall 12V207000: Headlights (exterior lighting)
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,248 vehicles. It affects 2013 Freightliner Business Class M2.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V207000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-626 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | May 10, 2012 |
| Owner notification | June 26, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2013 freightliner business class m2 vehicles manufactured from february 6, 2012, through march 14, 2012 because the low beam headlights turn off in high beam mode.
Safety risk
If this occurs, the driver may have reduced foreground lighting while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dtna will notify owners, and where necessary, the vehicle software will be updated by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 26, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-626.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V207000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2013 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.