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- POWER TRAIN
- Problem
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2015-2016 FCCC S2G trucks equipped with an 8.0L propane engine and an Allison transmission. The transmission grade brake on these trucks may not deactivate when the disable switch is depressed, which can cause a loss of traction in certain icy, or other slippery conditions, due to aggressive downshifting.
- Risk
- If the transmission grade brake stays engaged, unknowingly to the operator, in low-traction conditions, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's programming, free of charge. The recall began on May 31, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-734.
- 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
On certain 2015-2016 FCCC S2G trucks with an 8.0L propane engine and an Allison transmission, the transmission grade brake may not deactivate when the disable switch is pressed. Because of aggressive downshifting, this can cause a loss of traction on icy or other slippery surfaces.
If the transmission grade brake stays engaged without the driver realizing it in low-traction conditions, the risk of a crash increases.
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's programming at no cost. The recall began May 31, 2017. Owners can contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 (recall number FL-734), and you should check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Fccc S2G | 20152016 |
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