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2018 Freightliner MT45G and Freightliner MT55G recall: electrical system

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on February 16, 2018. It covers about 584 vehicles.

vehicles affected
584
reported
Feb 16, 2018
owners notified
Apr 13, 2018

Electrical system

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner MT45G and MT55G custom chassis built with certain uStart Ultra Capacitors. The bracket that secures the capacitor to the battery tray may damage the capacitor and allow water to enter the capacitor, causing corrosion or a possible electrical short.
Risk
An electrical short can increase the risk of fire.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will remove the capacitors, replacing them with an additional conventional battery, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-760.

Recall number 18V116000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V116000

Is there a recall on the 2018 Freightliner MT45G and Freightliner MT55G electrical system?

Yes. Recall 18V116000, reported on February 16, 2018, covers about 584 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V116000?

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will remove the capacitors, replacing them with an additional conventional battery, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-760.

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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