Recall 18V116000: 2018 Freightliner MT45G, 2018 Freightliner MT55G
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 16, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 584
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
An electrical short can increase the risk of fire.
The fix
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2018 Freightliner MT45G
- 2018 Freightliner MT55G
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V116000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-760
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
- Owner letters
- Apr 13, 2018
- Components
- Electrical system (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