NHTSA recall 08V029000
Service brakes, air › Disc
Fccc Xcr and 3 more
Reported Jan 28, 2008473 vehicles affectedDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAMaker’s number FL-521Built Jan 1, 2007 – Nov 19, 2007
The defect
On certain trucks and motor homes chassis, incorrect fasteners may not provide adequate clamping force between the brake caliper and brake anchor plate potentially resulting in reduced brake effectiveness.
The risk
Reduced brake effectiveness could lead to a vehicle crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if incorrect bolts were used. if incorrect bolts are found, vehicles will be inspected for possible additional damage and repaired as required. the recall began on june 6, 2008. owners may contact daimler trucks north america at 1-800-547-0712.