2013 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
2
Recalls
4
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2013 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC
The 2013 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 4 technical service bulletins have been issued by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Structurebody (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2013 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2013 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC, potentially affecting up to 22,999 vehicles.
Recall 12V552000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
| 7,594 vehicles affected
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Freightliner brand XB and XC custom chassis manufactured January 1, 2010, through September 20, 2012. The chassis are equipped with diode jumpers that may come loose in their connectors resulting in an open circuit. Two circuits are affected: The one that disengages the cruise control with brake pedal use,...
Consequence: Failure of the cruise control to disengage when the brakes are applied may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Without the brake lights illuminating when the brakes are applied, the driver's intent is not communicated, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the diode jumpers to make sure they are fully locked in place and will correct the vehicles as needed. The recall began on December 26, 2012. Owners should contact Daimler Trucks Warranty...
View full details →Recall 12V552000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
| 7,594 vehicles affected
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Freightliner brand XB and XC custom chassis manufactured January 1, 2010, through September 20, 2012. The chassis are equipped with diode jumpers that may come loose in their connectors resulting in an open circuit. Two circuits are affected: The one that disengages the cruise control with brake pedal use,...
Consequence: Failure of the cruise control to disengage when the brakes are applied may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Without the brake lights illuminating when the brakes are applied, the driver's intent is not communicated, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the diode jumpers to make sure they are fully locked in place and will correct the vehicles as needed. The recall began on December 26, 2012. Owners should contact Daimler Trucks Warranty...
View full details →Recall 12V552000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| 7,594 vehicles affected
Defect: Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Freightliner brand XB and XC custom chassis manufactured January 1, 2010, through September 20, 2012. The chassis are equipped with diode jumpers that may come loose in their connectors resulting in an open circuit. Two circuits are affected: The one that disengages the cruise control with brake pedal use,...
Consequence: Failure of the cruise control to disengage when the brakes are applied may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Without the brake lights illuminating when the brakes are applied, the driver's intent is not communicated, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the diode jumpers to make sure they are fully locked in place and will correct the vehicles as needed. The recall began on December 26, 2012. Owners should contact Daimler Trucks Warranty...
View full details →Recall 12V266000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT
| 217 vehicles affected
Defect: DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA (DTNA) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR, FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS TRUCKS, AND THOMAS BUILT BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 18, 2012, THROUGH MAY 11, 2012, AND EQUIPPED WITH DETROIT AXLE-BRAND FRONT AXLE KNUCKLES. THE FRONT KNUCKLES ON THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A MACHINING ERROR IN THE WHEEL BEARING AREA WHICH MAY LEAD TO PREMATURE...
Consequence: IF THE SPINDLE FAILS, THE WHEEL MAY SEPARATE FROM THE KNUCKLE, RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DTNA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED COMPONENTS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 10, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA TOLL FREE AT 1-800-547-0712.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2013 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
THE DOUBLE-PANE HEHR WINDOWS ARE SEPARATING, AND I FEAR THE OUTER PANE WILL FLY-OFF AND SHATTER ON THE HIGHWAY.*DT*DT*JB*JB
Safety Rating for the 2013 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2013 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2013 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC has issued 4 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2013 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SF566 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SF566 FCCC S2G Reverse on Grade Programming
SS1033178 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Service Solution SS 1033178 Add Dust Shield to 1945 Sq/In Side Radi...
0405-17 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SPN 521222 (TCM)
0230-14 — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
0230-14 SPN 4375 FMI 6 - EPA10
NHTSA Investigations for the 2013 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC
- 2010 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC — 0 complaints
- 2011 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC — 0 complaints
- 2012 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC — 0 complaints
- 2013 FREIGHTLINER CUSTOM CHASSIS XC (current)
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- FREIGHTLINER CENTURY — 76 total complaints
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