NHTSA Campaign 21V108000

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK

Issued by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC · Reported Feb 24, 2021 · 276 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner Custom XC Chassis vehicles. The adjustable brake pedal assembly may be missing a return spring. This may cause the brake lights to stay illuminated after the brake pedal is released. Also, in certain towed vehicles, the brakes may stay engaged after the brake pedal is released. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

Malfunctioning brake lights can fail to alert other motorists of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, brakes remaining unintentionally engaged on a towed vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly, and install a return spring if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 24, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-877.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FCCC XC CHASSIS 2021 276
FCCC XC CHASSIS 2022 276

Source: NHTSA Campaign 21V108000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.