Recall 20V-404: 2018 FCCC XBP, 2018–2019 FCCC XBR and 6 more
Daimler Trucks North America LLC recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Jul 14, 2020, covering about 16,776 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) XBP, 2016-2019 XCM, 2017-2020 XCS, 2018-2019 XBR, 2017-2019 XBS, 2016-2019 XCL, 2017-2020 XCP and 2016-2020 XCR recreation vehicle chassis that received the 'inspection-only' remedy from recall 18V-582. 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
Non-functioning exterior marker lights can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PDM, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification September 4, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-856.
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 › Turn Signal Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights Electrical System |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V404000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| FCCC XBP | 2018 | All years |
| FCCC XBR | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| FCCC XBS | 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| FCCC XCL | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| FCCC XCM | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| FCCC XCP | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| FCCC XCR | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| FCCC XCS | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | 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 20V-404?
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) XBP, 2016-2019 XCM, 2017-2020 XCS, 2018-2019 XBR, 2017-2019 XBS, 2016-2019 XCL, 2017-2020 XCP and 2016-2020 XCR recreation vehicle chassis that received the 'inspection-only' remedy from recall 18V-582. 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 20V-404 fixed?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PDM, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification September 4, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-856.
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.