2021 FCCC MBC Complaints and Recall Information
The 2021 FCCC MBC has 0 complaints and 6 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to the vehicle’s brake system and tire components as detailed in the recalls below.
There are six recalls associated with this model affecting key safety systems such as brakes and tires. These recalls address potential mechanical defects that could increase the risk of accidents.
Recalls- Brake caliper fasteners. Recall 20V807000 affects 80 vehicles due to improperly tightened or missing hydraulic caliper tie bar support fasteners on the steer axles. A loose or dangling tie bar could contact rotating wheel parts or cause brake part damage, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten fasteners or install missing tie bars at no cost. The recall started February 18, 2021.
- Tire valve stem extensions. Recall 21V921000 involves 16,676 vehicles for tire valve stem extensions that may contact outer wheel rims causing damage. Damaged valve stems can lead to inner wheel pressure loss, raising crash risk. Dealers will remove valve stem extensions and stabilizers free of charge. Owner notifications began January 18, 2022. This recall supersedes recall 20V-529 and requires completion even if prior repairs were done.
Owners facing repeated repairs or unresolved safety recalls on this vehicle may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a qualified consumer protection attorney could provide guidance on next steps.
2021 FCCC MBC Summary
2021
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
2
Total Recalls
16756
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2021 FCCC MBC
16676 vehicles affected
TIRES:VALVE
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner Custom Chass XCL, 2017-2022 XCM, XCS, 2017-2023 MC, XCR, 2018-2019 XBR, 2018-2020 XBS, 2018-2022 MBC, MT55, S2C, S2G, S2RV vehicles. The tire valve stem extension for the inner wheel may come into contact with the outer wheel rim opening and become damaged.
Risk: Damage to the valve stem extension may result in a loss of tire pressure of the inner wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
2021 FCCC MBC
80 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Custom Chassis MC, Business Class M2, Custom Chassis MBC Chassis, Custom Chassis S2 Chassis, Custom Chassis MT55 Chassis, and 2022 Custom Chassis Saf-T-Liner C2 vehicles. The hydraulic caliper tie bar support fasteners on the steer axles may not have been properly tightened or the tie bar may have not been installed in some cases.
Risk: A dangling tie bar could come in contact with the rotating wheel-end components or damage may occur from the brake parts flexing. Either scenario may increase the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.