Safety Recall NHTSA · 10V444000 Reported September 23, 2010

Dual drive air line

Fontaine Modification · Service Brakes, Air · 308 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
10V444000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Air
Vehicles Affected
308
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 23, 2010

Defect Summary

Fontaine modification is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 freightliner m2 vehicles built on freightliner chassis and equipped with duel steering components. the routing of the air hoses, within the air brake system, that control the brakes on the right hand side of the truck may have been done improperly.

Safety Consequence

The air hoses routed very close to the turbo outlet can cause the lines to blister, then melt and develop air leaks that may lead to brake lock up increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install new hoses and heat protective thermal wrap free of charge. the safety recall began on october 1, 2010. owners may contact fontaine modification at 704-409-1613.

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 Fontaine Modification dealer and reference recall ID 10V444000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 10V444000

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

What is recall 10V444000?

NHTSA recall 10V444000 was issued by Fontaine Modification on September 23, 2010. It addresses: Dual drive air line. The recall affects approximately 308 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Fontaine Modification dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10V444000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.