NHTSA Recall 18V163000: Hose, piping, and connections (steering)
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,480 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the FCCC Xbr.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V163000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-762 |
| Component | STEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST › HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
| Report received | March 12, 2018 |
| Owner notification | May 2, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017 Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) XBR, XCL, XCM, and XCR recreational vehicle chassis, 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.
Safety risk
Electrical arcing in the presence of leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the power steering hose to provide proper clearance, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 . DTNA's number for this recall is FL-762. Note: This recall is an expansion of 16V-809.
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 18V163000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| FCCC Xbr | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| FCCC Xcl | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| FCCC Xcm | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| FCCC Xcr | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 |
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.