NHTSA Recall 18V641000: Tires: sidewall
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 201 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Freightliner 108SD.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V641000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL790 |
| Component | TIRES › SIDEWALL |
| Report received | September 19, 2018 |
| Owner notification | October 8, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Rapid air loss can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V641000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Freightliner 108SD | 2019 |
| Freightliner 114SD | 2019 |
| Freightliner 122SD | 2019 |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2019 |
| Western Star 4700 | 2019 |
| Western Star 4900 | 2019 |
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.