Fontaine Modification | NHTSA Recall #20V525000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V525000 by Fontaine Modification. Affecting 2016-2020 autohaulers built on freightliner 114sd chassis Includes 1,074 affected units, Truck Cab May Contact Battery Cable, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2016-2020 autohaulers built on freightliner 114sd chassis

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V525000
Manufacturer: Fontaine Modification
Report Received Date: 2020-08-31T00:00:00
Subject: Truck cab may contact battery cable
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 1,074

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: Damage to the cable can result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 20.41

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SID: row-29qt.e622~qxks
NHTSA ID: 20V525000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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