Recall 13V073000: 2011–2014 Freightliner MT45G, 2011–2014 Freightliner MT55G
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 4, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 3,207
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Freightliner MT45G
- 2012 Freightliner MT45G
- 2013 Freightliner MT45G
- 2014 Freightliner MT45G
- 2011 Freightliner MT55G
- 2012 Freightliner MT55G
- 2013 Freightliner MT55G
- 2014 Freightliner MT55G
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V073000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-640
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America
- Owner letters
- Dec 16, 2013
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology