Recall 12V266000: 2013 Fccc Redundant Custom Chassis XC, 2013 Freightliner Business Class M2, 2013 Freightliner Cascadia +4 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jun 12, 2012
Vehicles affected
217
Models
7
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2013 freightliner, western star, freightliner custom chassis trucks, and thomas built buses manufactured from april 18, 2012, through may 11, 2012, and equipped with detroit axle-brand front axle knuckles. The front knuckles on these vehicles may have a machining error in the wheel bearing area which may lead to premature spindle failure.

The risk

If the spindle fails, the wheel may separate from the knuckle, resulting in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the affected components, free of charge. The safety recall began on august 10, 2012. Owners may contact daimler trucks north america toll free at 1-800-547-0712.

Notes

Daimler trucks' recall campaign number is fl-629.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration’s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
12V266000
Manufacturer campaign
FL-629
Manufacturer
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Owner letters
Aug 10, 2012
Components
Suspension:front (Suspension)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology