2011-2017 Fccc XBR, Fccc XCL and others recall: hose, piping, and connections

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on March 12, 2018. It covers about 9,480 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 9,480
reported: Mar 12, 2018
owners notified: May 2, 2018

Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: Electrical arcing in the presence of leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 18V163000

Affected vehicles

Fccc XBR 2011-2017 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
Fccc XCL 2011-2017 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
Fccc XCM 2011-2017 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
Fccc XCR 2011-2017 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017

Questions about recall 18V163000

Is there a recall on the 2011-2017 Fccc XBR, Fccc XCL and others hose, piping, and connections?

Yes. Recall 18V163000, reported on March 12, 2018, covers about 9,480 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V163000?

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.

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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