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Campaign 19V371 Posted May 14, 2019 9,702 units

2012-2019 Freightliner MT45/MT55 Recall 19V371: Brake Pedal

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 24, 2026

Recall 19V371 affects 9,702 2012-2019 Freightliner Custom Chassis MT55 and MT45 vehicles for a brake pedal clip defect. Free repair at any franchised Fccc dealer.

Fccc is recalling 9,702 2012-2019 MT55 and MT45 chassis under recall 19V371 because the brake pedal clevis pin clip can rub on the throttle pedal and detach. If the pin slides out, the brake lights can fail and the pedal can come loose, raising crash risk. Fccc dealers will inspect and repair the linkage free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The brake pedal on these Freightliner Custom Chassis MT45 and MT55 vehicles connects to the hydraulic brake system through a small linkage held together by a clevis pin. That pin is locked in place by a thin metal clip. When you press the pedal, the linkage transfers your foot pressure to the brake system and also tells the brake lights to come on. The clip's only job is to keep the pin seated so the pedal stays connected.

On affected chassis, the clip can rub against the throttle pedal next to it. Over time, that contact bends the clip and can pop it loose. Once the clip detaches, the clevis pin itself can slide out of position. If the pin works its way out, the brake pedal loses its connection to the hydraulic system, and the driver loses service braking.

There is no warning sign before failure. The first indication is often the pedal going to the floor without slowing the vehicle.

Who's affected?

Covers both MT45 and MT55 chassis across eight model years (2012-2019), all tied to the same brake-pedal and brake-light wiring issue.

2012 Fccc MT55 Brake lights
2012 Fccc MT55 hydraulic brake system
2018 Fccc MT45 Brake lights
2018 Fccc MT45 hydraulic brake system
2013 Fccc MT45 Brake lights
Units affected9,702
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date.

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.

What's the safety risk?

A loose clevis pin can cause the brake lights to stop working, leaving following drivers no warning that the vehicle is slowing or stopped. If the pin slides out further, the brake pedal itself can detach, which raises the risk of a crash. Watch for unresponsive brake lights or unusual pedal movement and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Fccc dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2019 Fccc MT55 or MT45 is included in this recall.
  2. Contact your nearest franchised Fccc dealer to schedule the free clevis pin inspection and correction.
  3. Bring the recall notice if Fccc has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V371 (Fccc recall FL-814) when you call.
  4. Schedule the clevis pin clearance inspection and correction that prevents the clip from rubbing the throttle pedal and the pin from sliding out.
  5. Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, since a detached clip can cause the brake lights to fail or the brake pedal to detach.
  6. Call DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 with questions about the recall or repair scheduling.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, an Fccc technician inspects the brake pedal clevis pin clearance and corrects it as necessary so the clip does not contact the throttle pedal. Parts and labor are free under the recall. The reimbursement plan is being finalized and will be submitted as a supplemental report. Keep any receipts from prior clevis pin or brake pedal linkage repairs, and ask the service desk how to file once the plan is published. DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 can confirm the status of the reimbursement plan and answer questions about the inspection.

Timeline

May 14, 2019 NHTSA published the recall
July 12, 2019 Dealer notification began
July 12, 2019 Dealer notification ended
July 12, 2019 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
August 28, 2019 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 19V371?

Recall 19V371 covers 9,702 2012-2019 Freightliner Custom Chassis MT45 and MT55 vehicles. The brake pedal clevis pin clip can rub against the throttle pedal and detach, which can cause the brake lights to fail or the brake pedal itself to come loose. DTNA dealers will inspect and correct the clevis pin clearance at no cost.

What should I do if my 2012-2019 Freightliner Custom Chassis MT45 or MT55 is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V371. If it is, contact a DTNA dealer to schedule the clevis pin inspection and correction. Reference recall number 19V371 or DTNA's internal number FL-814 when you call. The repair is free. You can also reach DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair the defect at no cost. DTNA dealers will inspect the brake pedal clevis pin clearance and correct it free of charge, regardless of where the chassis was originally purchased or which upfitter built the finished vehicle on top of it.

What is the safety risk?

If the clip detaches and the clevis pin slides out of position, the brake lights can fail, which can mislead drivers behind you who do not realize the vehicle is slowing or stopping. If the pin slides further, the brake pedal itself can detach. Both outcomes increase the risk of a crash, per NHTSA's filing on recall 19V371.

What if I bought my MT45 or MT55 used?

The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. If DTNA never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included, and reference recall number 19V371 or FL-814 when you contact a DTNA dealer.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V371000
Fccc customer service1-800-547-0712
NHTSA recall #19V371
NHTSA recall # (full)19V371000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 24, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →