Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #07V335000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V335000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 4,299 affected units, FUEL-WATER SEPARATOR PREHEATER/DAVCO, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks, a manufacturing error in the fuel-water separator preheater thermoswitch may prevent the fuel preheater from turning off if the ignition is left on. if the ignition switch is left on when fuel is added to the fuel- water separator at the factory or during a filter element change, a small flame may occur inside the filter cover.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the fuel filter date code and thermoswitch lot code to determine if they contain the suspect component free of charge. the recall began on october 4, 2007. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V335000

Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc

Report Received Date: 2007-08-02T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel-water separator preheater/davco

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 4,299

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-508

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trucks, a manufacturing error in the fuel-water separator preheater thermoswitch may prevent the fuel preheater from turning off if the ignition is left on. if the ignition switch is left on when fuel is added to the fuel- water separator at the factory or during a filter element change, a small flame may occur inside the filter cover.

Consequence Summary: The potential exists for the flame to spread resulting in possible personal injury.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the fuel filter date code and thermoswitch lot code to determine if they contain the suspect component free of charge. the recall began on october 4, 2007. owners may contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 07V335000

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Created At: 1742808662

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