Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #16V654000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V654000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting model year 2013-2016 freightliner custom chassis corporation (fccc) xcm, xcr, and xcl motorhome chassis manufactured december 21, 2012, to december 22, 2015 Includes 1,881 affected units, Trailer Brakes may Stay Activated, component: SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013-2016 freightliner custom chassis corporation (fccc) xcm, xcr, and xcl motorhome chassis manufactured december 21, 2012, to december 22, 2015

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 freightliner custom chassis corporation (fccc) xcm, xcr, and xcl motorhome chassis manufactured december 21, 2012, to december 22, 2015. on certain motorhome chassis built with a heavier, adjustable, straight 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 november 7, 2016. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-723.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V654000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2016-09-12T00:00:00
Subject: Trailer brakes may stay activated
Component: Service Brakes, Electric
Potentially Affected Units: 1,881

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-723
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 freightliner custom chassis corporation (fccc) xcm, xcr, and xcl motorhome chassis manufactured december 21, 2012, to december 22, 2015. on certain motorhome chassis built with a heavier, adjustable, straight 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 november 7, 2016. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-723.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 52.98

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NHTSA ID: 16V654000
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