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Campaign 12V242 Posted May 30, 2012 2,287 units

2005-2012 Fccc Mc/Mcl Recall 12V242: Brake Drag

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 2, 2026

Recall 12V242 affects 2,287 2005-2012 Fccc Mc and Mcl motorhome chassis for brake caliper piston growth. Repair is free at any franchised Fccc dealer.

Fccc is recalling 2,287 2005-2012 Mc and Mcl incomplete motorhome chassis because Bosch hydraulic disc brake caliper pistons can grow after long periods of non-driving. Brake drag, overheating, and reduced brake performance can lead to a crash, and the dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The hydraulic disc brake system on 2005-2012 Fccc Mc and Mcl incomplete motorhome chassis uses brake calipers to squeeze brake pads against the rotors. When the driver presses the brake pedal, hydraulic pressure moves caliper pistons inside smooth bores, and that pressure creates the clamping force that slows the motorhome chassis.

On affected chassis equipped with Bosch hydraulic disc brakes, long periods of non-driving can let the brake caliper pistons grow across their diameter. That reduces the clearance between the piston and the bore. When the piston does not move freely, the brake can drag instead of releasing cleanly, which creates heat and reduces brake performance.

There is no warning sign before failure. The first sign can be brake drag, overheating, or reduced brake performance after the chassis has sat unused for a long period.

Who's affected?

Spans the Mc and Mcl across the 2005-2012 model years, all with the hydraulic brake system named as the affected component.

2006 Fccc Mc hydraulic brake system
2009 Fccc Mc hydraulic brake system
2009 Fccc Mcl hydraulic brake system
2008 Fccc Mcl hydraulic brake system
2007 Fccc Mcl hydraulic brake system
Units affected2,287

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.

What's the safety risk?

Reduced brake performance makes the vehicle harder to stop and increases crash risk. Until the vehicle is repaired, leave extra stopping room, avoid hard braking when possible, and schedule service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Fccc dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2005-2012 Fccc Mc or Mcl is included in this recall.
  2. Watch for the Fccc owner notice, or ask a franchised Fccc dealer whether the free repair is open for your VIN.
  3. Reference recall number 12V242 when you call the dealer.
  4. Schedule the hydraulic brake repair that addresses brake caliper piston growth, brake drag, overheating, and reduced brake performance.
  5. Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and stop if you notice brake drag, overheating, or weaker braking.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, an Fccc technician repairs the hydraulic disc brake system covered by recall 12V242. DTNA's filing describes the issue as brake caliper piston growth after long non-driving periods, which can lead to brake drag, overheating, and reduced brake performance. The remedy field does not list a specific part replacement, so ask the service desk what brake repair procedure applies to your chassis. The dealer repair will be free once available.

Timeline

May 30, 2012 NHTSA published the recall
November 7, 2012 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 12V242?

Recall 12V242 covers 2,287 2005-2012 Fccc Mc and Mcl incomplete motorhome chassis with Bosch hydraulic disc brakes. Long periods without driving can lead to brake caliper piston growth, brake drag, overheating, and reduced brake performance. Fccc dealers repair the vehicles free of charge.

What should I do if my 2005-2012 Fccc Mc or Mcl is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome chassis is included in recall 12V242. If it is, contact a franchised Fccc dealer to schedule the brake repair. Reference recall number 12V242 when you call. The repair is free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and the recall remedy states that dealers repair these vehicles free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Fccc dealer.

What is the safety risk in recall 12V242?

Reduced brake performance increases crash risk. The defect involves hydraulic brake caliper piston growth after long non-driving periods, which can cause brake drag and overheating. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair before relying on the vehicle for travel.

What if I bought my Fccc motorhome chassis used?

The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Fccc Mc or Mcl chassis is included, then contact a franchised Fccc dealer and reference recall 12V242.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V242000
Fccc customer service1-800-547-0712
NHTSA recall #12V242
NHTSA recall # (full)12V242000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →