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Campaign 16V206 Posted April 12, 2016 702 units

2010-2017 Freightliner M2/SD/Columbia Recall 16V206: Caliper

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 31, 2026

Recall 16V206 covers 702 2010-2017 Freightliner trucks with misoriented rear brake calipers. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.

Freightliner is recalling 702 2010-2017 108SD, Columbia, Business Class M2, and 114SD trucks because an incorrectly installed rear disk brake caliper can contact the spring suspension. The recall addresses reduced braking effectiveness and increased crash risk; Freightliner dealers will complete the repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The rear air disc brake caliper on 2010-2017 Freightliner 108SD, Columbia, Business Class M2, and 114SD trucks is the clamp that squeezes the brake pads against the rear brake rotor. On these trucks, compressed air applies the brake, and the caliper turns that air pressure into clamping force at the wheel. The spring suspension supports the truck and moves near the brake hardware as the axle travels.

On trucks built with the Bendix rear disc brakes and spring suspension named in this recall, the rear brake caliper was installed in the wrong position. That leaves too little clearance between the caliper and the suspension. When the suspension moves, the caliper can contact it instead of staying clear of nearby parts.

There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not given a specific noise, light, pedal change, or other symptom in the recall filing, so the problem needs inspection rather than waiting for a driver-noticed clue.

Who's affected?

Covers 4 Freightliner truck lines across the 2010-2017 model years, all tied to the air disc brake caliper.

2014 Freightliner 108SD brake system
2017 Freightliner 108SD brake system
2011 Freightliner Columbia brake system
2013 Freightliner Columbia brake system
2014 Freightliner Columbia brake system
Units affected702

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.

What's the safety risk?

Rear brake calipers that contact the spring suspension reduce braking effectiveness and increase the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the repair soon and give yourself extra stopping room until the dealer checks the caliper orientation. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2017 Freightliner 108SD, Columbia, Business Class M2, or 114SD is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to schedule the free rear brake-caliper correction, which reorients the caliper so it does not contact the spring suspension.
  3. Bring the owner letter if you have it, and reference recall number 16V206 when you call.
  4. Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking.
  5. Call Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 with questions and mention Freightliner recall FL-705.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Freightliner technician checks the rear disk brake calipers and corrects their orientation where needed so the caliper sits clear of the suspension. The work is tied to trucks equipped with certain Bendix rear disk brakes and spring suspensions, so the service desk should confirm the recall by VIN before opening the repair order. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor covered by the campaign.

Timeline

April 12, 2016 NHTSA published the recall
June 6, 2016 Owner notification mailed
June 7, 2016 Dealer notification began
June 7, 2016 Dealer notification ended
June 7, 2016 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 16V206?

Recall 16V206 covers 702 2010-2017 Freightliner 108SD, Columbia, Business Class M2, and 114SD trucks with certain Bendix rear disc brakes and spring suspensions. The rear brake caliper was installed incorrectly, allowing contact with the suspension and reducing brake effectiveness.

What should I do if my 2010-2017 Freightliner 108SD, Columbia, Business Class M2, or 114SD is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 16V206. If it is, contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to schedule the rear brake caliper correction. Reference recall number 16V206 and Freightliner campaign FL-705 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and the Freightliner remedy says dealers will correct the rear brake caliper orientation free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Freightliner dealer.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is reduced braking effectiveness. If the rear brake caliper contacts the spring suspension, the truck takes longer to slow or stop, increasing crash risk. Confirm the VIN, then arrange the free dealer repair before putting the truck back into regular service.

What if I bought my Freightliner truck used?

The free repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. If no owner letter reached you, check your VIN to see whether your 2010-2017 Freightliner 108SD, Columbia, Business Class M2, or 114SD is included, then call a franchised Freightliner dealer.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V206000
Freightliner customer service1-800-547-0712
NHTSA recall #16V206
NHTSA recall # (full)16V206000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →