Daimler Trucks North America LLC is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation
— Recall Campaign #18V697000
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) MT45G, and MT55G vehicles. The engine ground stud may not have been properly tightened, causing the vehicle to seek other electrical paths to ground.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,545 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V697000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 10, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V697000 |
| Units affected: | 1,545 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) MT45G, and MT55G vehicles. The engine ground stud may not have been properly tightened, causing the vehicle to seek other electrical paths to ground.
- Consequeces:
- If other wires or components unintentionally serve as an engine ground, they may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the grounding of the engine ground stud, repairing it as needed, free of charge. DTNA issued owners interim notifications on December 3, 2018. The recall began October 14, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL795.
- 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.