CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION
- Problem
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) XCL Chassis equipped with V-Ride suspension. The suspension mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened, which can result in the bolts loosening.
- Risk
- If the mounting bolts loosen, the track bars that maintain the positioning of the rear axle may detach, affecting the vehicle's handling and stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- DTNA will notify owners, and DTNA authorized service facilities will inspect and correct the tightness of the mounting bolts, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 24, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-776.
- 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
Certain 2015-2018 Freightliner Custom Chassis XCL chassis equipped with V-Ride suspension may have had the suspension mounting bolts insufficiently tightened at the factory. Over time, these bolts can loosen.
If the mounting bolts loosen, the track bars that keep the rear axle properly positioned may detach. This can affect the vehicle's handling and stability and increases the risk of a crash.
If you own one of these vehicles, contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1-800-547-0712 (recall number FL-776). The inspection and correction of the mounting bolt tightness, if needed, is free of charge at DTNA authorized service facilities. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
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