CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
- Problem
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 FCCC XBR, XCL, XCM, and XCR recreational vehicle chassis manufactured January 1, 2016, to October 12, 2016, equipped with Cummins ISL engines. The power steering hose on the affected vehicles may be routed incorrectly, and, as a result, the hose may rub against the power stud on the starter motor, possibly causing electrical arcing and a power steering fluid leak.
- Risk
- Electrical arcing in the presence of leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the power steering hose to provide proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 . DTNA's number for this recall is FL-727.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
A power steering hose on certain chassis may be routed incorrectly, allowing it to rub against the starter motor's power stud. This can cause electrical arcing and a power steering fluid leak.
The combination of electrical arcing and leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire. Owners should not ignore signs of a power steering fluid leak or electrical problems near the starter.
Dealers will reroute the power steering hose to provide proper clearance, and the repair is free of charge. Owners can contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1-800-547-0712 (recall number FL-727), and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Fccc XB-R | 20162017 |
|---|---|
| Fccc XC-L | 20162017 |
| Fccc XCM | 20162017 |
| Fccc XCR | 20162017 |