Recall 10V-178: 2005–2011 FCCC B2, 2005–2011 FCCC MC and 2 more
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Apr 30, 2010, covering about 8,971 vehicles.
The problem
Dtna is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2011 freightliner business class c2, fccc b2 chassis, s2 chassis, and mc chassis manufactured beginning january 19, 2005 through april 16, 2010. The stop lamps may be intermittent during light brake applications.
The risk
The stop lamps may not properly indicate that the service brakes are applied which may lead to a crash without warning.
The fix
Dtna will notify owners and repairs will be performed by dtna dealerships free of charge. The safety recall began on may 27, 2011. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-577.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 | Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V178000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| FCCC B2 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| FCCC MC | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| FCCC S2 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Freightliner Business Class M2 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 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 10V-178?
Dtna is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2011 freightliner business class c2, fccc b2 chassis, s2 chassis, and mc chassis manufactured beginning january 19, 2005 through april 16, 2010. The stop lamps may be intermittent during light brake applications.
How is recall 10V-178 fixed?
Dtna will notify owners and repairs will be performed by dtna dealerships free of charge. The safety recall began on may 27, 2011. Owners may contact dtna 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.