Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #18V163000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V163000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting model year 2011-2017 freightliner custom chassis corporation (fccc) xbr, xcl, xcm, and xcr recreational vehicle chassis, equipped with cummins isl engines Includes 9,480 affected units, Power Steering Fluid Leak May Cause Fire, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2011-2017 freightliner custom chassis corporation (fccc) xbr, xcl, xcm, and xcr recreational vehicle chassis, equipped with cummins isl engines
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017 freightliner custom chassis corporation (fccc) xbr, xcl, xcm, and xcr recreational vehicle chassis, equipped with cummins isl engines. the power steering hose on the affected vehicles may be routed incorrectly, and, as a result, the hose may rub against the power stud on the starter motor, possibly causing electrical arcing and a power steering fluid leak.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the power steering hose to provide proper clearance, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on may 2018. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712 . dtna's number for this recall is fl-762. note: this recall is an expansion of 16v-809.