2018 Hometown Trolley Villager recalls and problems
The 2018 Hometown Trolley Villager has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Hometown Trolley dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2018 Hometown Trolley Villager vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2018 Hometown Trolley Villager recalls
Recall 19V-029: Service Brakes, Air
Problem: Double K Inc. (Double K) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Hometown Trolley Villager, Mainstreet, and Steetcar trackless trolley buses, built on a Daimler trucks North America (DTNA) Freightliner chassis. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Risk: Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Double K will notify owners, instructing them to contact a DTNA dealer to have the brake caliper mounting bolts checked and tightened, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Double K customer service at 1-715-478-5095 or DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Double K's number for this recall is FL794A-V.
Recall 19V-030: Service Brakes, Air
Problem: Double K, Inc is recalling certain 2017-2019 Hometown Trolley Villager, Mainstreet, and Streetcar trackless trolley buses, built on a Daimler trucks North America (DTNA) Freightliner chassis equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may be insufficiently tightened, allowing the bolts to loosen.
Risk: Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Double K will notify owners, instructing them to contact a DTNA dealer to have the brake caliper mounting bolts checked and tightened, free of charge. The recall began April 5, 2019. Owners may contact Double K customer service at 1-715-478-5095 or DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Double K's number for this recall is F772A-K.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Hometown Trolley Villager have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Hometown Trolley Villager: 19V-029 (service brakes, air), 19V-030 (service brakes, air). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Hometown Trolley recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Hometown Trolley dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.