2018 FREIGHTLINER MT55G RECALL - #18V116000
RECALL FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner MT45G and MT55G custom chassis built with certain uStart Ultra Capacitors. The bracket that secures the capacitor to the battery tray may damage the capacitor and allow water to enter the capacitor, causing corrosion or a possible electrical short.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2018 FREIGHTLINER MT55G |
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| Manufacturer |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
| Manufactured between |
6/22/2017 - 10/25/2017 |
| Recalled on |
2/20/2018 |
| Influenced by |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
4/13/2018 |
| # Affected |
584 |
| Recalled for |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
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| Description |
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner MT45G and MT55G custom chassis built with certain uStart Ultra Capacitors. The bracket that secures the capacitor to the battery tray may damage the capacitor and allow water to enter the capacitor, causing corrosion or a possible electrical short. |
| Consequences |
An electrical short can increase the risk of fire. |
| Corrective action |
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will remove the capacitors, replacing them with an additional conventional battery, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-760. |
| Notes |
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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