2014-2017 Fccc XCR and Freightliner Custom Chass XCR recall: cables
Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on July 17, 2017. It covers about 1,308 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,308
- reported
- Jul 17, 2017
- owners notified
- Sep 14, 2017
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Freightliner Custom Chassis XCR chassis. A battery cable mounting bracket may not have been installed correctly, as a result, the improperly routed and clipped battery cable can contact the frame rail, possibly chafing and short circuiting.
- Risk
- A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and revise the battery cable mounting bracket and cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑745‑8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL741.
Recall number 17V451000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 17V451000
Is there a recall on the 2014-2017 Fccc XCR and Freightliner Custom Chass XCR cables?
Yes. Recall 17V451000, reported on July 17, 2017, covers about 1,308 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 17V451000?
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and revise the battery cable mounting bracket and cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑745‑8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL741.
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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