FREIGHTLINER 2016 FREIGHTLINER M2 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 FREIGHTLINER M2
Brand
FREIGHTLINER
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
Fontaine Modification is recalling certain 2016 FREIGHTLINER M2 vehicles due to steering:linkages issues. A momentary loss of steering or steering lock up increases the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Fontaine Modification is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Freightliner M2 vehicles converted to be equipped with dual steering wheels by Fontaine Modification between March 13, 2014 and September 1, 2015. In the affected vehicles, a locating pin in the dual steering linkage may break or fall out resulting in the momentary loss of steering or steering lock up.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A momentary loss of steering or steering lock up increases the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Fontaine Modification will notify owners and supply a steering linkage locating key remedy kit for Freightliner dealers or authorized service facilities (including the customer's own maintenance shop) to install free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Fontaine Modification customer service at 1-800-366-8246.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026