Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
FREIGHTLINER
Model Of Vehicle
MT45G
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
13V073000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America
Start Of Manufacture
20100215
End Of Manufacture
20130903
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3207
Date Owners Notified
20131216
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20130304
Make Campaign Number
FL-640