Recall 18V442 affects 512 2015-2018 Fccc Xcl chassis vehicles for loose suspension mounting bolts. Repair is free at an authorized Fccc service facility.
Fccc is recalling 512 2015-2018 Xcl chassis equipped with V-Ride suspension because suspension mounting bolts were insufficiently tightened and can loosen. If the bolts loosen, rear-axle track bars can detach, affecting handling and stability and increasing crash risk; Fccc dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The V-Ride suspension on 2015-2018 Fccc Xcl chassis uses track bars to help hold the axle and suspension in the correct side-to-side position under the motor home. The mounting bolts clamp those track bars to their brackets, so the suspension can carry road loads without the bars shifting.
On affected Xcl chassis, the track bar mounting bolts were not tightened enough during assembly. DTNA's investigation found limited tool clearance around this suspension, which left the hardware under-tightened. As the vehicle is driven, the loose bolts can back out farther, and continued use in that condition can lead to separation of both track bars.
What you notice from the driver's seat is limited. The condition can be undetectable to a motor home driver, so there is no reliable warning sign before the track bars separate.
Who's affected?
Spans four Xcl model years, all tied to the same suspension component.
| 2015 Fccc Xcl | suspension component |
|---|---|
| 2016 Fccc Xcl | suspension component |
| 2018 Fccc Xcl | suspension component |
| 2017 Fccc Xcl | suspension component |
| Units affected | 512 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the mounting bolts loosen, the rear track bars can detach. That changes rear axle positioning, affects handling and stability, and increases the risk of a crash. The condition can be hard for a motor home driver to notice, so schedule the inspection and correction soon. Repair is free at any franchised Fccc dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2018 Fccc Xcl is included in this recall.
- Contact an authorized Fccc service facility to schedule the free mounting-bolt inspection and tightening that keeps the rear axle track bars secured.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 18V442 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Watch for changes in handling or stability and stop driving if the chassis feels unstable.
- Call Fccc customer service at 1-800-547-0712 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
What happens at the repair
At an Fccc authorized service facility, an Fccc technician inspects the V-Ride suspension mounting bolts and corrects the bolt tightness when needed. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor handled through the recall. The service desk can confirm whether your 2015-2018 Xcl chassis is included and write the repair order for campaign FL-776. If the bolts need correction, the technician tightens the affected mounting hardware before returning the chassis to service.
Timeline
| June 29, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 24, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 27, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| August 27, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 27, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V442?
Recall 18V442 covers 512 2015-2018 Fccc Xcl chassis with V-Ride suspension. The suspension mounting bolts were not tightened enough, and loose bolts can let the rear-axle track bars detach. An Fccc authorized service facility will inspect and tighten the bolts for free if needed.
What should I do if my 2015-2018 Fccc Xcl is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific chassis is included in recall 18V442. If it is, contact an Fccc authorized service facility and ask for the V-Ride suspension mounting-bolt inspection under recall 18V442. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and the filed remedy states that authorized service facilities will inspect and correct the mounting-bolt tightness for free if needed. Ask the service desk to reference recall 18V442 or FL-776.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced handling and stability. If the suspension mounting bolts loosen, the rear-axle track bars that keep the axle positioned can detach, increasing crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free inspection and bolt-tightening repair with an Fccc authorized service facility.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V442000 |
|---|---|
| Fccc customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V442 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V442000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →