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Recalls for
2000 Freightliner Xcs
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2 recalls found.
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DEFECT #1 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Posted on: 2001-04-23
Description
Vehicle description: recreational vehicle chassis. A loss of throttle control (engine will return to idle) could occur when the exhaust brake has been activated, the brakes are applied, and the vehicle is coming to a stop.
Consequence
A loss of throttle control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will reprogram the engine control module. Owner notification began may 14, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). DEFECT #2 - TIRES:VALVE
Posted on: 2001-01-02
Description
Vehicle description: rv chassis. The valve stem on the rear inner tire could rub against the wheel and develop a leak.
Consequence
A loss of air on the inner tire could overload the outer tire if undetected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a valve stem extension stabilizer.
Notes
Owner notification began april 3, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).