Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #16V121000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V121000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting model year 2014-2016 freightliner custom chassis xcp chassis manufactured from april 26, 2013, through january 15, 2015 Includes 128 affected units, Steering Fluid Temperature may Exceed Hose Rating, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2014-2016 freightliner custom chassis xcp chassis manufactured from april 26, 2013, through january 15, 2015
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 freightliner custom chassis xcp chassis manufactured from april 26, 2013, through january 15, 2015. the power steering fluid temperature may exceed the power steering hose material ratings on some rear engine chassis built with certain 18,000lb and 20,000lb-load capacity front axles used in motor home applications. this can cause the hose to fail, resulting in a sudden loss of power steering fluid and power assist.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering hose with a hose that has a higher temperature rating, free of charge. the recall began on july 22, 2016. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's recall number for this campaign is fl-702.