Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #20V686000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V686000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2019-2021 freightliner econicsd vehicles Includes 104 affected units, Battery Relay and Ground Cable May Be Damaged, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2019-2021 freightliner econicsd vehicles

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2021 freightliner econicsd vehicles. the routing and securement of certain electrical power cables at the battery relay and ground cable may cause the components to be damaged.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the left ground cable and install a new connection joint, and the battery cables will be reoriented and a new heat sleeve installed, free of charge. the recall began december 24, 2020. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-867.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V686000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2020-11-05T00:00:00
Subject: Battery relay and ground cable may be damaged
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 104

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-867
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2021 freightliner econicsd vehicles. the routing and securement of certain electrical power cables at the battery relay and ground cable may cause the components to be damaged.
Consequence Summary: A damaged power cable wire coming into contact with the ground cable at the battery relay may increase the risk of a fire from overloading the ground connection. additionally, a damaged ground connection may also result in an unexpected engine stall without warning and inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the left ground cable and install a new connection joint, and the battery cables will be reoriented and a new heat sleeve installed, free of charge. the recall began december 24, 2020. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-867.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 88.46

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NHTSA ID: 20V686000
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