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2000-2001 Freightliner MT-45 recall: wiring

Freightliner Corporation reported this safety recall on April 13, 2001. It covers about 1,400 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,400
reported
Apr 13, 2001
owners notified
Jul 23, 2001

Electrical system: wiring

What is wrong
Vehicle description: step vans. Water could enter the electrical relays resulting in an electrical short.
Risk
This could potentially cause an electrical fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new sealed relay and fuse box with sealed relays. Owner notification began july 23, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 01V116000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 01V116000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2001 Freightliner MT-45 wiring?

Yes. Recall 01V116000, reported on April 13, 2001, covers about 1,400 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V116000?

Dealers will install a new sealed relay and fuse box with sealed relays. Owner notification began july 23, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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