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NHTSA Recall 21V108000: Antilock (service brakes)

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 276 vehicles. It affects 2021–2022 FCCC Xc Chassis.

276
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (April 7)
NHTSA campaign21V108000
Manufacturer campaignFL-877
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, AIR › ANTILOCK
Report receivedFebruary 24, 2021
Owner notificationApril 7, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner Custom XC Chassis vehicles. The adjustable brake pedal assembly may be missing a return spring. This may cause the brake lights to stay illuminated after the brake pedal is released. Also, in certain towed vehicles, the brakes may stay engaged after the brake pedal is released. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety risk

Malfunctioning brake lights can fail to alert other motorists of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, brakes remaining unintentionally engaged on a towed vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly, and install a return spring if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 24, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-877.

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 21V108000

Make and modelModel years
FCCC Xc Chassis2021, 2022

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.