NHTSA Recall 16V208000: Stabilizer bar (suspension) and steering
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 822 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the FCCC Xbs.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V208000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-707 |
| Components | SUSPENSION › FRONT › STABILIZER BAR; STEERING |
| Report received | April 12, 2016 |
| Owner notification | June 9, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 FCCC XBS, XCL, XCS, XCR and XCM motorhome chassis manufactured from March 10, 2015, through January 14, 2016 and equipped with Detroit front axles. The front sway bar mounting brackets may not fit properly on the axle causing the mounting bolts to bend or loosen.
Safety risk
If the sway bar bolts loosen, the sway bar may detach from the axle, affecting the handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the mounting of the sway bar, free of charge. The recall began on June 9, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-707.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V208000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| FCCC Xbs | 2014, 2015 |
| FCCC Xcl | 2014, 2015 |
| FCCC Xcm | 2014, 2015 |
| FCCC Xcr | 2014, 2015 |
| FCCC Xcs | 2014, 2015 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.