Fifth wheel locking mechanism may not engage
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 cascadia, business class m2, coronado, and columbia glider vehicles manufactured april 5, 2010, to june 15, 2013. the affected trucks are equipped with fontaine ultra lt fifth wheel connectors, which, due to cumulative damage to the fifth wheel and its locking mechanism, have a locking mechanism that may fail to operate or to properly engage.
Safety Consequence
If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dtna authorized service facilities will replace the fifth wheel with an ultra nt model fifth wheel, free of charge. the recall began on november 20, 2015. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000. dtna's number for this recall is fl-692.
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FAQ: Recall 15V616000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V616000?
NHTSA recall 15V616000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on October 1, 2015. It addresses: Fifth wheel locking mechanism may not engage. The recall affects approximately 5,801 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 15V616000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-692. 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.