Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #09V460000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V460000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 602 affected units, BRAKE FLUID LEAK, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses and fccc b2 chassis manufactured from october 1, 2007 through august 10, 2009, equipped with cummins isb cm2150 j1939/1587 engine control unit, bosch hydraulic pin-slide front brakes, and webasto 17k btu coolant heater. the front right hand crossover brake line may have been secured using shorter offset than specified clamps potentially allowing the brake line to rub on the surrounding components. this may lead to a brake fluid leak.

Corrective Action

Daimler trucks will notify owners. dealers will inspect the units and clamps with shorter offset than specified will be replaced with longer offset clamps. any brake lines found to be damaged will be replaced. repairs will be done free of charge. the safety recall began on april 23, 2010. owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V460000

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2009-12-01T00:00:00

Subject: Brake fluid leak

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 602

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-568

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses and fccc b2 chassis manufactured from october 1, 2007 through august 10, 2009, equipped with cummins isb cm2150 j1939/1587 engine control unit, bosch hydraulic pin-slide front brakes, and webasto 17k btu coolant heater. the front right hand crossover brake line may have been secured using shorter offset than specified clamps potentially allowing the brake line to rub on the surrounding components. this may lead to a brake fluid leak.

Consequence Summary: Continued contact between the brake line and the surrounding components may lead to a loss of brake fluid and reduce braking performance potentially resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Daimler trucks will notify owners. dealers will inspect the units and clamps with shorter offset than specified will be replaced with longer offset clamps. any brake lines found to be damaged will be replaced. repairs will be done free of charge. the safety recall began on april 23, 2010. owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-78br~v76k_cjbr

NHTSA ID: 09V460000

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Created At: 1742808662

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