Fccc Xcr recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 7, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2016–2017 Fccc — 4 models

Recall number

16V809000

Brand / firm

Fccc

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,827 units

Why it was recalled

Electrical arcing in the presence of leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 FCCC XBR, XCL, XCM, and XCR recreational vehicle chassis manufactured January 1, 2016, to October 12, 2016, equipped with Cummins ISL engines. The power steering hose on the affected vehicles may be routed incorrectly, and, as a result, the hose may rub against the power stud on the starter motor, possibly causing electrical arcing and a power steering fluid leak.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the power steering hose to provide proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began on December 27, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 . DTNA's number for this recall is FL-727.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.