NHTSA recall 17V451000
Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
Fccc Xcr and 1 more
Reported Jul 17, 20171,308 vehicles affectedDaimler Trucks North America LLCMaker’s number FL741Built Nov 27, 2012 – Feb 23, 2016
The defect
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.
The risk
A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy
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.