Fifth wheel lock/fontaine
Defect Summary
Dtna is recalling certain model year 2011 business class m2, and coronado, model year 2011-2012 cascadia vehicles equipped with fontaine ultra lt fifth wheels and manufactured from april 7, 2010, through march 7, 2011. During the coupling process on vehicles equipped with pre-modification fontaine ultra lt fifth wheels, it is possible for the driver to partially close the fifth wheel lock, and if relying on a tug test (pull test), and not performing the required visual inspection, think that the fifth wheel lock is properly coupled to the trailer king pin, when in fact, it is not.
Safety Consequence
If the tractor is not fully connected to the trailer, the trailer may disengage while in use, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Fontaine notified owners in february 2011, and is handling the remedy for this campaign. fontaine is in the process of retrofitting all affected vehicles, free of charge. owners may contact fontaine at 1-800-874-9780 or dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
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Other recalls from Daimler Trucks North America, Llc or involving Trailer Hitches.
FAQ: Recall 11V289000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V289000?
NHTSA recall 11V289000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on May 18, 2011. It addresses: Fifth wheel lock/fontaine. The recall affects approximately 2,342 vehicles, with the defect involving the Trailer Hitches component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V289000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-608. 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.