Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #11V505000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V505000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 700 affected units, BRAKE LINE CHAFE, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2009 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured from march 9, 2004, through january 2, 2008, equipped with caterpillar c7 engines, hydraulic brakes, and a fuel water separator. the fuel line going from the fuel water separator to the engine may rub on the hydraulic brake lines potentially resulting in brake fluid leak.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to ensure that there is the correct clearance between the fuel and brake lines. damaged lines will be replaced. repairs will be made by dtna authorized service facilities free of charge. the safety recall began on december 27, 2011. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V505000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2011-10-18T00:00:00
Subject: Brake line chafe
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 700

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-615
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2009 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured from march 9, 2004, through january 2, 2008, equipped with caterpillar c7 engines, hydraulic brakes, and a fuel water separator. the fuel line going from the fuel water separator to the engine may rub on the hydraulic brake lines potentially resulting in brake fluid leak.
Consequence Summary: A brake fluid leak may reduce braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to ensure that there is the correct clearance between the fuel and brake lines. damaged lines will be replaced. repairs will be made by dtna authorized service facilities free of charge. the safety recall began on december 27, 2011. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 11V505000
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