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2008-2009 Farber Specialty Specialty Vehicle, Fccc XC and others recall: suspension

Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on June 17, 2008. It covers about 2,506 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,506
reported
Jun 17, 2008
owners notified
Sep 12, 2008

Suspension

What is wrong
Daimler trucks is recalling 2,506 my 2008 xc motor home chassis and thomas built hdx school and transit buses equipped with saf-holland adl series rear suspensions. In some instances the transverse beam was not properly welded which could result in a failure of the weld.
Risk
If the weld fails, vehicle stability while cornering could be affected resulting in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a crash. In addition, the transverse beam could drop to the ground causing sparks that could cause a fire hazard.
Remedy
Daimler trucks is working with saf-holland to have a visual inspection of the adl transverse beam performed. If a weld defect is identified, saf-holland will provide a service replacement kit that contains a new transverse beam, all necessary installation hardware, beam replacement, and instructions free of charge (please see 08e031). The recall recall began on september 12, 2008 (thomas built buses) and october 8, 2008. Owners may contact saf-holland at 1‑231‑773‑3271 or daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 08V269000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V269000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Farber Specialty Specialty Vehicle, Fccc XC and others suspension?

Yes. Recall 08V269000, reported on June 17, 2008, covers about 2,506 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V269000?

Daimler trucks is working with saf-holland to have a visual inspection of the adl transverse beam performed. If a weld defect is identified, saf-holland will provide a service replacement kit that contains a new transverse beam, all necessary installation hardware, beam replacement, and instructions free of charge (please see 08e031). The recall recall began on september 12, 2008 (thomas built buses) and october 8, 2008. Owners may contact saf-holland at 1‑231‑773‑3271 or daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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