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2000-2001 Freightliner MT-45 recall: wiring

Freightliner Corporation reported this safety recall on April 13, 2001. It covers about 1,354 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,354
reported
Apr 13, 2001
owners notified
Jul 23, 2001

Electrical system: wiring

What is wrong
Vehicle description: step vans. The back-up brake pump was wired to a 25 amp fused circuit instead of the required 50 amp fused circuit. If the back-up hydraulic brake pump were to engage due to a failure in the primary brake assist system or the brakes are applied without the engine running, the fuse could blow.
Risk
This results in a loss of power assist to the brake system, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will rewire the back-up brake pump circuit. 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 01V117000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 01V117000

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

Yes. Recall 01V117000, reported on April 13, 2001, covers about 1,354 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V117000?

Dealers will rewire the back-up brake pump circuit. 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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