Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V154000 Reported April 3, 2008

Power distribution module/tail lamp

Daimler Trucks North America, Llc · Exterior Lighting · 724 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V154000
Manufacturer Campaign
FL-529
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
724
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 3, 2008

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks is recalling 724 my 2006-2007 business class m2 trucks. the optional high current tail lamp power distribution module (pdm) was installed in a location highly susceptible to water intrusion. this may lead to a loss of rear lighting.

Safety Consequence

A loss of some or all rear lighting on the vehicle under certain conditions may impair visibility of the truck increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will relocate the pdm to inside the cab behind the driver's seat free of charge. the recall began on september 10, 2008. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 08V154000 or campaign FL-529.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V154000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08V154000?

NHTSA recall 08V154000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on April 3, 2008. It addresses: Power distribution module/tail lamp. The recall affects approximately 724 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V154000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-529. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.