Recall 12V-010: 2012 FCCC S2 106 CH

DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Jan 12, 2012, covering about 60 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-010
Report date
Jan 12, 2012
Vehicles affected
60
Owners notified
Feb 2, 2012

The problem

Daimler trucks (Dtna) is recalling certain model year 2012 freightliner custom chassis (Fcc) model s2 106 ch incomplete vehicles, manufactured from february 24, 2011, through august 3, 2011. Due to a vehicle software issue, the side marker/directional lights to stop functioning after 5 to 13 minutes of vehicle operation.

The risk

Failure of the side marker/directional lights to illuminate will result in decreased visibility of the vehicle and/or misinform other drivers as to the intended direction of travel, either of which could increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dtna will notify owners, and the bulk-head module software will be updated by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on february 2, 2012. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.

Notes

This recall is related to recall 11v-578.daimler trucks safety recall number is fl-620.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

ManufacturerDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
ComponentExterior Lighting › Turn Signal
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V010000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
FCCC S2 106 CH2012All 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 12V-010?

Daimler trucks (Dtna) is recalling certain model year 2012 freightliner custom chassis (Fcc) model s2 106 ch incomplete vehicles, manufactured from february 24, 2011, through august 3, 2011. Due to a vehicle software issue, the side marker/directional lights to stop functioning after 5 to 13 minutes of vehicle operation.

How is recall 12V-010 fixed?

Dtna will notify owners, and the bulk-head module software will be updated by dtna authorized service facilities, free of charge. The safety recall began on february 2, 2012. 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.