Farber Specialty Vehicles is recalling certain specialty vehicles built on 2018 Freightliner
— Recall Campaign #19V431000
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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 3 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
19V431000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
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| Recall date: | June 08, 2019 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 19V431000 |
| Units affected: | 3 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- 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.