Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V666000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V666000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 1 affected units, T-14 SERVICE BRAKE CHAMBER/BENDIX, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks recalled 1 my 2009 freightliner custom chassis x-line motor home chassis equipped with bendix front air disc brakes. The front air disc brakes may have been contaminated with grease between the piston head/plate and the diaphragm. when braking pressure is applied, the grease may allow the piston head/plate to slip off center and catch on the reducing ring of the service chamber.

Corrective Action

Dealers replaced both front air disc brakes service chambers. the vehicle was repaired on september 5, 2008. no further action is required on this recall.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V666000

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2008-12-16T00:00:00

Subject: T-14 service brake chamber/bendix

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 1

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-541

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Daimler trucks recalled 1 my 2009 freightliner custom chassis x-line motor home chassis equipped with bendix front air disc brakes. The front air disc brakes may have been contaminated with grease between the piston head/plate and the diaphragm. when braking pressure is applied, the grease may allow the piston head/plate to slip off center and catch on the reducing ring of the service chamber.

Consequence Summary: The catching of the piston head/plate on the reducing ring may lock up the corresponding front air disc brake which may impact the operator's ability to steer or control the vehicle.

Corrective Action: Dealers replaced both front air disc brakes service chambers. the vehicle was repaired on september 5, 2008. no further action is required on this recall.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08V666000

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Created At: 1742808662

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