Recall 16V-707: 2017 FCCC S2

Daimler Trucks North America LLC recall for service brakes, reported to NHTSA on Oct 4, 2016, covering about 11 vehicles.

NHTSA number
16V-707
Report date
Oct 4, 2016
Vehicles affected
11
Owners notified
Nov 30, 2016

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Freightliner Custom Chassis (FCCC) S2 bus chassis manufactured November 25, 2015, through April 27, 2016. The brake transmission shift interlock feature may be inoperable making it possible to shift into a drive gear without first pressing the brake pedal.

The risk

This condition can result in the vehicle moving unintentionally or rolling away, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

The fix

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-726.

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

ManufacturerDaimler Trucks North America LLC
ComponentService Brakes
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number16V707000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
FCCC S22017All 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-707?

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Freightliner Custom Chassis (FCCC) S2 bus chassis manufactured November 25, 2015, through April 27, 2016. The brake transmission shift interlock feature may be inoperable making it possible to shift into a drive gear without first pressing the brake pedal.

How is recall 16V-707 fixed?

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-726.

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.