Recall 16V707000: 2017 Fccc S2

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Oct 4, 2016
Vehicles affected
11
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Freightliner Custom Chassis (FCCC) S2 bus chassis manufactured November 25, 2015, through April 27, 2016. The brake transmission shift interlock feature may be inoperable making it possible to shift into a drive gear without first pressing the brake pedal.

The risk

This condition can result in the vehicle moving unintentionally or rolling away, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

The fix

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-726.

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.

Affected vehicles

  • 2017 Fccc S2

Details

NHTSA campaign
16V707000
Manufacturer campaign
FL-726
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Owner letters
Nov 30, 2016
Components
Power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start interlock switch (Transmission & Drivetrain); Service brakes (Brakes)

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