2014 FCCC XCM RECALL - #16V321000
RECALL FOR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL : ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 FCCC XCL, XCM, XCP, and XCR motorhome chassis manufactured January 23, 2012, to April 10, 2014. The throttle pedal position sensor on the affected vehicles may not return to zero, causing the engine brake to suddenly not activate as expected, reducing the vehicle's deceleration ability.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2014 FCCC XCM |
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| Manufacturer |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
| Manufactured between |
1/23/2012 - 4/10/2014 |
| Recalled on |
5/18/2016 |
| Influenced by |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
8/18/2016 |
| # Affected |
2,275 |
| Recalled for |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL |
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| Description |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 FCCC XCL, XCM, XCP, and XCR motorhome chassis manufactured January 23, 2012, to April 10, 2014. The throttle pedal position sensor on the affected vehicles may not return to zero, causing the engine brake to suddenly not activate as expected, reducing the vehicle's deceleration ability. |
| Consequences |
A sudden loss of an engine brake without warning on a motorhome may lead to a reduced brake ability, potentially increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the throttle pedal, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed out to owners on July 5, 2016. The recall began on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-711. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2014 FCCC XCM Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
2014 FCCC XCM Recall for STEERING
2014 FCCC XCM Recall for SUSPENSION, FRONT, STABILIZER BAR
2014 FCCC XCM Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
2014 FCCC XCM Recall for STEERING, HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST, HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
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