3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Posted on: 2014-09-17
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2015 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, and m2 business class; thomas built buses hdx; western star 4700; and fccc mbc, mc, mt45, mt55, s2c 106cab, sport m2 106, xbr, xbs, xcl,xcm, xcr, and xcs vehicles manufactured may 2, 2014, to july 31, 2014. The cummins isb or isl engines in these vehicles may have been equipped with fleetguard uff-xt fuel filters, part number ff63009, whose filter shell may separate from the fuel filter nut plate causing the engine to stall without warning.
Consequence
If the engine stalls unexpectedly there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Cummins will notify owners on behalf of dtna, and dealers will replace the fuel filter with a non-defective one, free of charge. The recall began on september 29, 2014. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000 or cummins customer service at 1-800-223-4583. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-664.
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.
DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Posted on: 2019-05-15
Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #3 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Posted on: 2019-05-15
Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.