2016-2020 Freightliner 114SD recall: cables
Fontaine Modification reported this safety recall on August 31, 2020. It covers about 1,074 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,074
- reported
- Aug 31, 2020
- owners notified
- Nov 4, 2020
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- Fontaine Modification (Fontaine) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Autohaulers built on Freightliner 114SD chassis. Movement of the cab during operation may cause the battery cable to contact the bottom of the cab, possibly damaging the cable.
- Risk
- Damage to the cable can result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Fontaine will notify owners, and dealers will ensure that the cable cannot be damaged, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2020. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1‑800‑366‑8246.
Recall number 20V525000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 20V525000
Is there a recall on the 2016-2020 Freightliner 114SD cables?
Yes. Recall 20V525000, reported on August 31, 2020, covers about 1,074 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 20V525000?
Fontaine will notify owners, and dealers will ensure that the cable cannot be damaged, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2020. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1‑800‑366‑8246.
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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