Recall 16V207 covers 4 2016 Freightliner Business Class M2 and 114SD trucks with under-rated front tires. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
Freightliner is recalling 4 2016 Business Class M2 and 114SD trucks because the front axle rating is higher than the installed Bridgestone R249 front tires can carry. That mismatch can lead an operator to overload the tires, causing tire failure and increasing crash risk; Freightliner dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front tires on the 2016 Freightliner Business Class M2 and 114SD are supposed to match the load rating of the front axle. The axle carries weight from the engine, cab, cargo, and equipment through the tires to the road. For this recall, the affected trucks have 20,000 pound front axles, so the tires need a load capacity that fits that axle rating.
On these trucks, the installed Bridgestone R249 front tires have a lower maximum load capacity than the axle. That creates a specification mismatch: the axle is rated for more weight than the tires are designed to carry. If the truck is loaded to the axle rating, the front tires are being asked to work beyond their tire load rating.
There is no warning sign before failure listed for this recall. Do not rely on year and model alone, because the tire specification and axle rating determine whether the truck is included.
Who's affected?
Covers both the Business Class M2 and 114SD from the 2016 model year, with the tire listed as the affected component.
| 2016 Freightliner Business Class M2 | tire |
|---|---|
| 2016 Freightliner 114SD | tire |
| Units affected | 4 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
This recall is about tire load capacity. If the truck is loaded beyond the front tires' capacity, the tires can fail and increase crash risk. Keep loads within the tire rating until the replacement is complete, and schedule the tire change soon. Repair is free at any franchised Freightliner dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2016 Freightliner Business Class M2 or 114SD is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to schedule the free front-tire replacement with higher-load-capacity tires.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 16V207 when you call.
- Avoid overloading the front tires until the repair is complete; stay within the truck's weight ratings and stop driving if a front tire shows damage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Freightliner technician replaces the front tires with tires that have a higher load capacity. The repair addresses trucks built with front axles rated for more load than the installed front tires were designed to carry. The recall repair is available now, and the replacement tires, parts, and labor are free under the campaign. Ask the Freightliner service desk to confirm the tire replacement is tied to recall 16V207 before the work order is written.
Timeline
| April 12, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 7, 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 16V207?
Recall 16V207 covers 4 2016 Freightliner Business Class M2 and 114SD trucks with front tires rated below the front axle capacity. That mismatch can lead to tire overload and tire failure, increasing crash risk. Freightliner dealers will replace the front tires for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Freightliner Business Class M2 or 114SD is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 16V207. If it is, contact a franchised Freightliner dealer to schedule front tire replacement with higher load capacity tires. Reference recall number 16V207 or FL-706 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost, and Freightliner dealers will replace the affected front tires free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is front tire failure from unintended overload. The truck has front axles with higher capacity than the installed Bridgestone R249 front tires, so the operator can overload the tires without meaning to. Tire failure while driving increases crash risk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V207000 |
|---|---|
| Freightliner customer service | 800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V207 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V207000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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