Recall 08V-602: 2005–2009 FCCC B2, 2005–2009 Freightliner S2 and 1 more
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Nov 19, 2008, covering about 15,686 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler trucks is recalling 15,686 my 2005 through 2009 fccc and thomas built school and transit buses manufactured between march 2005 and may 2008 equipped with a certain brake lamp air pressure switch. The contacts in the pressure switch for the low current brake lamp signal to the chassis ECU may have become contaminated by silicone during assembly causing insulating deposits to build up over time preventing the brake lamps from operating.
The risk
Inoperative brake lamps would not provide a signal to following drivers that the brakes are applied and a crash may occur.
The fix
Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will replace the pressure switch free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about march 18, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712 or thomas built buses at 1-336-889-4871.
Notes
Daimler trucks' recall no. Fl-538.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V602000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| FCCC B2 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Freightliner S2 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 08V-602?
Daimler trucks is recalling 15,686 my 2005 through 2009 fccc and thomas built school and transit buses manufactured between march 2005 and may 2008 equipped with a certain brake lamp air pressure switch. The contacts in the pressure switch for the low current brake lamp signal to the chassis ECU may have become contaminated by silicone during assembly causing insulating deposits to build up over time preventing the brake lamps from operating.
How is recall 08V-602 fixed?
Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will replace the pressure switch free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about march 18, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712 or thomas built buses at 1-336-889-4871.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.