Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #16V204000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V204000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting model year 2013-2016 fcc xcs, xcm, xcr, xcl, xcp, xbs, xbr, and xbp trucks manufactured from january 7, 2013, through june 1, 2015 Includes 2,989 affected units, Trailer Brakes may Stay Activated, component: SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2013-2016 fcc xcs, xcm, xcr, xcl, xcp, xbs, xbr, and xbp trucks manufactured from january 7, 2013, through june 1, 2015

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 fcc xcs, xcm, xcr, xcl, xcp, xbs, xbr, and xbp trucks manufactured from january 7, 2013, through june 1, 2015. on certain motorhome chassis built with a heavier, adjustable, offset, foot pedal, the brake activation signal to certain towed devices may not deactivate when the motorhome service brakes are released.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will modify the affected brake assemblies, free of charge. the recall began on june 6, 2016. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's recall number for this campaign is fl-704.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V204000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2016-04-11T00:00:00
Subject: Trailer brakes may stay activated
Component: Service Brakes, Electric
Potentially Affected Units: 2,989

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-704
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 fcc xcs, xcm, xcr, xcl, xcp, xbs, xbr, and xbp trucks manufactured from january 7, 2013, through june 1, 2015. on certain motorhome chassis built with a heavier, adjustable, offset, foot pedal, the brake activation signal to certain towed devices may not deactivate when the motorhome service brakes are released.
Consequence Summary: If the brake activation signal to a towed device remains active when the motorhome chassis service brakes are released, the brakes on a towed device may remain engaged depending on brake configuration of the trailer. as a result, the brakes would drag and possibly overheat potentially resulting in a fire. additionally, following drivers may be confused by the motorhome's actions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will modify the affected brake assemblies, free of charge. the recall began on june 6, 2016. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's recall number for this campaign is fl-704.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 66.2

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