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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18V116000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Published February 20, 2018 · Recall initiated: February 16, 2018

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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 details

Brand
FREIGHTLINER
Model
MT55G
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Lot
2018 FREIGHTLINER MT55G | 2018 FREIGHTLINER MT45G
Risk classification
V
Country
US
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