Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V451000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V451000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2014-2017 freightliner custom chassis xcr chassis Includes 1,308 affected units, Battery Cable may Rub Against Frame Rail, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2014-2017 freightliner custom chassis xcr chassis

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain 2014-2017 freightliner custom chassis xcr chassis. a battery cable mounting bracket may not have been installed correctly, as a result, the improperly routed and clipped battery cable can contact the frame rail, possibly chafing and short circuiting.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and revise the battery cable mounting bracket and cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on september 14, 2017. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000. dtna's number for this recall is fl741.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V451000
Report Received Date: 2017-07-17T00:00:00
Subject: Battery cable may rub against frame rail
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 1,308

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL741
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain 2014-2017 freightliner custom chassis xcr chassis. a battery cable mounting bracket may not have been installed correctly, as a result, the improperly routed and clipped battery cable can contact the frame rail, possibly chafing and short circuiting.
Consequence Summary: A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and revise the battery cable mounting bracket and cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on september 14, 2017. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000. dtna's number for this recall is fl741.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 68.2

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NHTSA ID: 17V451000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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