Recall 18V697000: 2018–2019 Fccc MT45G, 2018–2019 Fccc MT55G
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 10, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 1,545
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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 risk
If other wires or components unintentionally serve as an engine ground, they may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2018 Fccc MT45G
- 2019 Fccc MT45G
- 2018 Fccc MT55G
- 2019 Fccc MT55G
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V697000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL795
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
- Owner letters
- Oct 14, 2019
- 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