NHTSA Recall 19V431000: Caliper (service brakes)
Farber Specialty Vehicles reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3 vehicles. It affects 2018 FCCC Xcr.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V431000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18V-703 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › DISC › CALIPER |
| Report received | June 8, 2019 |
| Owner notification | February 15, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Farber Specialty Vehicles (Farber) is recalling certain specialty vehicles built on 2018 Freightliner XCR chassis equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been sufficiently tightened.
Safety risk
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Farber will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facilities will inspect and repair the vehicles as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Farber customer service at 1-800-331-3188.
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 19V431000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| FCCC Xcr | 2018 |
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.