2018 FCCC MT55 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2018 FCCC MT55 has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report brake and tire-related issues as identified in the recall data provided.
There are seven recalls addressing various components including brake pedals and tire valve stems. The recalls focus on potential safety hazards related to these systems and include free repairs by authorized dealers.
Recalls- Brake pedal clevis pin clip. NHTSA recall 19V371000 affects 9,702 vehicles from 2012 to 2019. The clip may rub or bend on the throttle pedal and could detach, causing the brake lights to fail. Without working brake lights, other drivers might not realize the vehicle is stopping, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and fix the clevis pin clearance at no cost. No "Do Not Drive" advisory was issued.
- Tire valve stem extension. Recall 21V921000 covers 16,676 vehicles from model years 2017 to 2023 including the 2018 MT55. The inner wheel valve stem extension may contact and damage the outer wheel rim opening, possibly causing loss of tire pressure and increasing crash risk. Dealers will remove the inner valve stem extensions and stabilizers free of charge. Owners were notified by mail, and this recall supersedes the previous 20V-529.
Owners facing repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues related to safety components may want to consider their rights under state lemon laws. Consulting an attorney familiar with lemon law claims could provide guidance on protection options available.
2018 FCCC MT55 Summary
2018
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
2
Total Recalls
26378
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2018 FCCC MT55
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.
2018 FCCC MT55
9702 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2019 Freightliner Custom Chassis MT55 and MT45 vehicles. The brake pedal clevis pin clip may rub or bend on the throttle pedal and possibly detach.
Risk: If the clip is detaches and clevis pin slides out of position, the brake lights may fail. Loss of brake lights may mislead other drivers if they are unaware the vehicle is stopping or slowing down, which increases the risk of crash. If the pin continues to slide out further, the pedal may detach, increasing the risk of crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.