2013 FREIGHTLINER MT45G RECALL - #13V073000
RECALL FOR FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE : STORAGE : TANK ASSEMBLY
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 MT45G and MT55G van chassis manufactured from February 15, 2010, through September 3, 2013. These vehicles have gasoline fuel tanks that may experience cracks in the welds and tank material.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2013 FREIGHTLINER MT45G |
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| Manufacturer |
Daimler Trucks North America |
| Manufactured between |
2/15/2010 - 9/3/2013 |
| Recalled on |
3/7/2013 |
| Influenced by |
Daimler Trucks North America |
| Owners Notified on |
12/16/2013 |
| # Affected |
3,207 |
| Recalled for |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY |
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| Description |
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 MT45G and MT55G van chassis manufactured from February 15, 2010, through September 3, 2013. These vehicles have gasoline fuel tanks that may experience cracks in the welds and tank material. |
| Consequences |
Cracks in the fuel tanks could lead to a leakage of gasoline and vapors. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may lead to a vehicle fire. |
| Corrective action |
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the affected fuel tanks free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2013. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-800-447-4986. |
| Notes |
DTNA's recall campaign number is FL-640.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
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