NHTSA Recall 19V371000: Brake lights (exterior lighting) and pedals and linkages (service brakes)
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,702 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the FCCC MT45.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V371000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-814 |
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
| Report received | May 14, 2019 |
| Owner notification | August 28, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2019 Freightliner Custom Chassis MT55 and MT45 vehicles. The brake pedal clevis pin clip may rub or bend on the throttle pedal and possibly detach.
Safety risk
If the clip is detaches and clevis pin slides out of position, the brake lights may fail. Loss of brake lights may mislead other drivers if they are unaware the vehicle is stopping or slowing down, which increases the risk of crash. If the pin continues to slide out further, the pedal may detach, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased these chassis, and DTNA dealers will inspect the clevis pin clearance and correct it as necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on July 12, 2019. The recall began August 28, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-814.
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 19V371000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| FCCC MT45 | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| FCCC MT55 | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
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.