The worst 2018 Fccc MT55G problems
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Recalls 2
Suspension: front: control arm
- What is wrong
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, 108SD, Cascadia and Business class M2 trucks, Freightliner Custom Chassis XBS, XCL, XCM, MT45, MT55, S2G, S2RV, XCR and XCS custom chassis and Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 trucks equipped with Detroit Axle axles. The affected vehicles may have loose steering and tie rod arm bolts.
- Risk
- Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod arm, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the steering arm and tie rod arm bolts for to make sure that they are properly tightened, installing new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-802.
Recall number 18V913000 · Recall details
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- If other wires or components unintentionally serve as an engine ground, they may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 18V697000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2018 Fccc MT55G 22
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Open recall and Field service Campaigns report send out to Dealers, General Managers, Service managers and...
- Communication to assist the field with service vibration issues on DTNA vehicles
- Service Systems Development provided document to service locations on price list reflects current charges...
- Warranty Information Letter to announce addition of Thomas Built Bus as a brand with an Authorized...
- Warranty Policy Letter to communicate remarketing handling cap for Detroit DT12 Transmission.
- Warranty Policy Letter to communicate Detroit Return Changes
- Warranty Information Letter updated to communicate warranty system updates.
- Warranty Information Letter sent to customers regarding new refrigerator supplier for returning parts.
- DTNA Special Tools Group has approved the use of Haweka Axis4000 aftermarket alignment system for use on...
- The modified parked regeneration strategy has been standard on GHG17 units since the start of GHG17...
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Is the 2018 Fccc MT55G reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2018 Fccc MT55G.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Fccc MT55G?
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How many recalls does the 2018 Fccc MT55G have?
2 recalls, covering suspension and electrical system.
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