FREIGHTLINER XC-R 2018: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
| Make : FREIGHTLINER | Model : XC-R | Year : 2018 |
| Build Dates : 2018-01-09 - 2018-07-03 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 19V431000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2020-02-15 | Date Received by ODI: 2019-06-08 | Date Added to Database: 2019-06-11 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 18V-703 | ||
| Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 3 | ||
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Summary:
Farber Specialty Vehicles "Farber" is recalling certain specialty vehicles built on 2018 Freightliner XCR chassis equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been sufficiently tightened. |
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Consequence:
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
Farber will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facilities will inspect and repair the vehicles as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Farber customer service at 1-800-331-3188. |
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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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