- The problem
- Certain motor home chassis equipped with zf model 8018 steering gears may have been assembled with the incorrect recirculating ball spacer. This could potentially allow the recirculating balls to escape from the recirculating ball circuit resulting in a loss of steering.
- The risk
- The operator may notice higher required steering wheel inputs, or the need for more steering wheel adjustments while driving in a straight line in combination with metallic cracking noises prior to a loss of steering. Loss of steering could result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the steering gear free of charge. Phase one of the recall began on january 30, 2008 for 1,392 vehicles. Expanded mailings are expected to begin on may 16, 2008. Owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle safety record
2004 Fccc XC-L Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2004 Fccc XC-L with NHTSA, most often about the visibility & wipers (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in August 2007 for the shaft pitman. For comparison, the 2003 has 0 and the 2005 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical XC-L year, for its age
#455 most complained-about 2004 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2004 Fccc XC-L problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2004 Fccc XC-L recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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1 complaints about the 2004 Fccc XC-L
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Driver and passenger windows fogging up unable to see side mirrows due to fogged windows.
Fccc XC-L: every year compared
All XC-L yearsQuestions about the 2004 Fccc XC-L
Does the 2004 Fccc XC-L have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Fccc XC-L: shaft pitman (August 2007). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Fccc XC-L?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the visibility & wipers (1).
How many complaints has the 2004 Fccc XC-L had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 20, 2016 and the latest on September 20, 2016. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2004 Fccc XC-L a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Fccc XC-L year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2004 Fccc XC-L has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data