FCCC XC-R 2014: SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
| Make : FCCC | Model : XC-R | Year : 2014 |
| Build Dates : 2012-12-21 - 2015-12-22 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 16V654000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2016-11-07 | Date Received by ODI: 2016-09-12 | Date Added to Database: 2016-09-12 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-723 | ||
| Component: SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1881 | ||
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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. |
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Consequence:
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. |
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Remedy:
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. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov. |
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