Recall 18V-582: 2016–2019 FCCC XBR, 2016–2019 FCCC XBS and 4 more
Daimler Trucks North America LLC recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Aug 31, 2018, covering about 12,311 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) XBR, XBS, XCR, XCM, XCL, and XCS recreation vehicle chassis. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
The risk
Nonfunctioning lights can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
The remedy for this recall is still under development. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on October 24, 2018. The recall began May 29, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL788.
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 | Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal Electrical System |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 18V582000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| FCCC XBR | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| FCCC XBS | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| FCCC XCL | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| FCCC XCM | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| FCCC XCR | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| FCCC XCS | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 | 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 18V-582?
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) XBR, XBS, XCR, XCM, XCL, and XCS recreation vehicle chassis. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
How is recall 18V-582 fixed?
The remedy for this recall is still under development. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on October 24, 2018. The recall began May 29, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL788.
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.