Recall 16V-204: 2013–2016 FCCC XBP, 2013–2016 FCCC XBR and 6 more
Daimler Trucks North America LLC recall for service brakes, electric, reported to NHTSA on Apr 11, 2016, covering about 2,989 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 FCC XCS, XCM, XCR, XCL, XCP, XBS, XBR, and XBP trucks manufactured from January 7, 2013, through June 1, 2015. On certain motorhome chassis built with a heavier, adjustable, offset, foot pedal, the brake activation signal to certain towed devices may not deactivate when the motorhome service brakes are released.
The risk
If the brake activation signal to a towed device remains active when the motorhome chassis service brakes are released, the brakes on a towed device may remain engaged depending on brake configuration of the trailer. As a result, the brakes would drag and possibly overheat potentially resulting in a fire. Additionally, following drivers may be confused by the motorhome's actions, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the affected brake assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's recall number for this campaign is FL-704.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Electric |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 16V204000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| FCCC XBP | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| FCCC XBR | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| FCCC XBS | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| FCCC XCL | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| FCCC XCM | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| FCCC XCP | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| FCCC XCR | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | All years |
| FCCC XCS | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 | 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 16V-204?
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 FCC XCS, XCM, XCR, XCL, XCP, XBS, XBR, and XBP trucks manufactured from January 7, 2013, through June 1, 2015. On certain motorhome chassis built with a heavier, adjustable, offset, foot pedal, the brake activation signal to certain towed devices may not deactivate when the motorhome service brakes are released.
How is recall 16V-204 fixed?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the affected brake assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's recall number for this campaign is FL-704.
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.