CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
- Problem
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2019 Freightliner Custom Chassis MT55 and MT45 vehicles. The brake pedal clevis pin clip may rub or bend on the throttle pedal and possibly detach.
- Risk
- If the clip is detaches and clevis pin slides out of position, the brake lights may fail. Loss of brake lights may mislead other drivers if they are unaware the vehicle is stopping or slowing down, which increases the risk of crash. If the pin continues to slide out further, the pedal may detach, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- DTNA will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased these chassis, and DTNA dealers will inspect the clevis pin clearance and correct it as necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on July 12, 2019. The recall began August 28, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-814.
- 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 2012-2015 Freightliner Custom Chassis MT45 and MT55 vehicles, the clip that holds the brake pedal clevis pin can rub against or bend on the throttle pedal and may come loose. If the clip detaches, the clevis pin can slide out of position, which may cause the brake lights to stop working. Other drivers may not realize you are slowing or stopping, raising the risk of a crash. If the pin keeps sliding out, the brake pedal itself may detach, which also increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the clevis pin clearance and correct it if needed. The repair is free of charge. If you have one of these vehicles, contact Daimler Trucks North America customer service at 1-800-547-0712 and reference recall number FL-814. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
Daimler Trucks North America sent owners an interim notification on July 12, 2019, and the recall began on August 28, 2019. Do not wait to have your vehicle checked if you notice brake light problems or unusual brake pedal movement.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Fccc MT 45 | 20122013201420152016201720182019 |
|---|---|
| Fccc MT 55 | 20122013201420152016201720182019 |