Recall 19V431 affects 3 2018 Fccc Xcr vehicles for loose brake caliper mounting bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Fccc dealer.
Fccc is recalling 3 2018 Xcr specialty vehicles because the brake caliper mounting bolts were not tightened enough. Loose caliper bolts can reduce brake effectiveness and increase crash risk; Fccc dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The air disc brake caliper on the 2018 Fccc Xcr is the clamp that squeezes the brake pads against the rotor when air pressure applies the brakes. The caliper has to stay fixed to the axle assembly so that braking force goes into the rotor instead of into loose movement at the mounting point.
On affected vehicles, the caliper mounting bolts were not tightened through the full specified process at the Meritor York axle assembly plant. That means the proper bolt torque is not guaranteed. If the bolts are loose, the caliper is no longer held in its designed position, and the brake assembly is not secured the way it was built to be secured.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing does not list a sound, pedal feel change, or dashboard alert for owners to watch for before the bolt-torque problem shows up.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Fccc Xcr | brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 3 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
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?
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce braking effectiveness and increase the risk of a crash. Drive cautiously, leave extra stopping room, and schedule the recall inspection and repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Fccc dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Fccc Xcr is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Fccc dealer or authorized service facility to schedule the free brake-caliper mounting-bolt inspection and repair for the loose-bolt defect.
- Bring the recall notice if Farber has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V431 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Avoid hard braking and leave extra following distance.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Fccc technician inspects the air disc brake caliper mounting bolts on the 2018 Xcr chassis and repairs the vehicle if the bolts were not tightened correctly. That can include tightening the brake caliper mounting hardware so the brake assembly is secured as intended. The inspection and any recall repair are free at a Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facility.
Timeline
| June 8, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 19, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 15, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V431?
Recall 19V431 covers 3 2018 Fccc Xcr specialty vehicles built on XCR chassis with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts were not tightened enough, which can reduce braking effectiveness and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2018 Fccc Xcr is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V431. If it is, contact an authorized Fccc service facility and reference recall 19V431. The facility will inspect the brake caliper mounting bolts and repair the vehicle for free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost, and this recall provides the inspection and needed repair free of charge. Owners can also call customer service at 1-800-331-3188 for help with the repair path.
What is the safety risk?
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness. That means the vehicle needs more attention until the repair is complete, because reduced braking raises crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free inspection and repair before putting the vehicle back into regular service.
When did the recall repair start?
The recall repair began February 15, 2019. Because that date has passed, affected owners can contact an authorized Fccc service facility now to arrange the inspection and any needed repair. Reference recall 19V431 when you call.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V431000 |
|---|---|
| Fccc customer service | 1-800-331-3188 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V431 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V431000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall 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 →