Recall 09V-220: 2009–2010 FCCC B2, 2009–2010 Freightliner Cascadia and 6 more
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Jun 12, 2009, covering about 1,460 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler trucks is recalling 1,460 model year 2009 and 2010 heavy duty trucks and fccc chassis (Used on thomas built school buses) manufactured from june 11 through december 16, 2008, equipped with certain haldex quick release valves (Qrv). The rubber diaphragm inside the qrv may experience delamination resulting in significant levels of air pressure leakage past and/or through the diaphragm, or the development of a bubble in the diaphragm which may trap air pressure in the valve and not allow the service brakes to release.
The risk
Malfunction of the air brake system could result in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Daimler trucks will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. Repairs will be performed by daimler trucks north america. The safety recall began on august 12, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Dailmer trucks' recall campaign no. Fl-553.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Quick Release Valve |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V220000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| FCCC B2 | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Freightliner Cascadia | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Freightliner Columbia | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Freightliner FLD | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Freightliner M2 | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Sterling 7500 | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Sterling 8500 | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Sterling 9500 | 2009, 2010 | 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 09V-220?
Daimler trucks is recalling 1,460 model year 2009 and 2010 heavy duty trucks and fccc chassis (Used on thomas built school buses) manufactured from june 11 through december 16, 2008, equipped with certain haldex quick release valves (Qrv). The rubber diaphragm inside the qrv may experience delamination resulting in significant levels of air pressure leakage past and/or through the diaphragm, or the development of a bubble in the diaphragm which may trap air pressure in the valve and not allow the service brakes to release.
How is recall 09V-220 fixed?
Daimler trucks will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. Repairs will be performed by daimler trucks north america. The safety recall began on august 12, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
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.