Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #13V073000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V073000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting model year 2011-2014 mt45g and mt55g van chassis manufactured from february 15, 2010, through september 3, 2013 Includes 3,207 affected units, Cracks in Fuel Tank may Leak Gasoline, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2011-2014 mt45g and mt55g van chassis manufactured from february 15, 2010, through september 3, 2013

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 mt45g and mt55g van chassis manufactured from february 15, 2010, through september 3, 2013. these vehicles have gasoline fuel tanks that may experience cracks in the welds and tank material.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the affected fuel tanks free of charge. the recall began on december 16, 2013. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-447-4986.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V073000
Report Received Date: 2013-03-04T00:00:00
Subject: Cracks in fuel tank may leak gasoline
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline
Potentially Affected Units: 3,207

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-640
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 mt45g and mt55g van chassis manufactured from february 15, 2010, through september 3, 2013. these vehicles have gasoline fuel tanks that may experience cracks in the welds and tank material.
Consequence Summary: Cracks in the fuel tanks could lead to a leakage of gasoline and vapors. a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may lead to a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action: Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the affected fuel tanks free of charge. the recall began on december 16, 2013. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-447-4986.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 71.62

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NHTSA ID: 13V073000
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