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2018-2019 Fccc MT45G and Fccc MT55G recall: electrical system

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on October 10, 2018. It covers about 1,545 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,545
reported
Oct 10, 2018
owners notified
Oct 14, 2019

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V697000

Is there a recall on the 2018-2019 Fccc MT45G and Fccc MT55G electrical system?

Yes. Recall 18V697000, reported on October 10, 2018, covers about 1,545 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V697000?

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.

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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