Recall 13V640000: 2014 Fccc MBC, 2014 Freightliner MT45, 2014 Freightliner MT55
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 20, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 62
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014 Freightliner Custom Chassis MT45, MT55 and MBC Chassis manufactured September 24, 2013, through November 7, 2013. In the affected vehicles, due to an incorrect calibration, the speedometer may display a speed lower than the vehicle is actually traveling.
The risk
With the incorrect calibration, the driver may unknowingly exceed the posted speed limit, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software to the correct calibration, free of charge. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-658.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2014 Fccc MBC
- 2014 Freightliner MT45
- 2014 Freightliner MT55
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V640000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-658
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America
- Owner letters
- Feb 18, 2014
- Components
- Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel (Electrical System)
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