Recall 16V654000
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
Defect Description
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.
Safety 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.
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | FCCC | XCL |
| 2013 | FCCC | XCM |
| 2013 | FCCC | XCR |
| 2014 | FCCC | XCL |
| 2014 | FCCC | XCM |
| 2014 | FCCC | XCR |
| 2015 | FCCC | XCL |
| 2015 | FCCC | XCM |
| 2015 | FCCC | XCR |
| 2016 | FCCC | XCL |
| 2016 | FCCC | XCM |
| 2016 | FCCC | XCR |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.